Medical device education: study protocol for a randomised controlled trial comparing self-directed learning with traditional instructor-led learning on an anaesthesia workstation.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Continuous professional development is essential for maintaining competencies in healthcare. This applies to medical device knowledge and safe handling, which are fundamental for patient safety. Little is known about the efficiency of self-directed learning with an integrated video in medical device education. This study investigates whether anaesthesia providers acquire their medical device competencies on an anaesthesia workstation differently via self-directed learning than traditional teacher-led workshops.

Methods and analysis

This single-centre, non-inferiority, randomised, controlled trial aims to enrol at least 224 anaesthesia providers (ie, certified nurses and physicians). Participants will be randomised to (1) self-directed learning with an integrated

SUBMITTER: Gutersohn C 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10481829 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature