Assessing a novel point-of-care ultrasound training program for rural healthcare providers in Kenya.

ABSTRACT:

Background

A novel point-of-care ultrasound (PoCUS) training program was developed to train rural healthcare providers in Kenya on the Focused Assessment with Sonography for Trauma (FAST), thoracic ultrasound, basic echocardiography, and focused obstetric ultrasonography. The program includes a multimedia manual, pre-course testing, 1-day hands-on training, post-testing, 3-month post-course evaluation, and scheduled refresher training. This study evaluates the impact of the course on PoCUS knowledge and skills. Competency results were compared based on number of previous training/refresher sessions and time elapsed since prior training.

Methods

Trainees were evaluated using a computer-based, 30 question, multiple-choice test, a standardized observed structured clinical exam

SUBMITTER: Wanjiku GW 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6091199 | biostudies-literature | 2018 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature