Clinical Reasoning Workshop: Cervical Spine and Shoulder Disorders.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Information processing and cognitive factors may be a cause of physician diagnostic errors. While the conceptual framework of dual processing in clinical reasoning is widely accepted, how can residents be taught to switch between automatic and reflective modes, and will doing so improve their decision making? Developing effective clinical reasoning habits while in training may facilitate progression to expertise, reduce diagnostic errors, and improve patient safety.

Methods

This workshop allows residents to practice engaging in and toggling between both modes of information processing using exemplar musculoskeletal vignettes. Originally implemented with a group of 26 physical medicine and rehabilitation residents, the workshop includes pre- and posttests, small-

SUBMITTER: Moroz A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6342046 | biostudies-literature | 2017 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature