Wilderness Medicine (Hypothermia, Dehydration, and Ankle Injury): A Pediatric Simulation Case for Medical Trainees.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Wilderness recreation is increasingly popular among people of all ages. Pediatric providers should have the skills to counsel on risk reduction and respond to medical emergencies in remote settings. However, few physicians receive training in wilderness medicine, and this simulation-based curriculum aims to address that gap.

Methods

The scenario features an adolescent male in a remote setting with hypothermia, dehydration, and an ankle injury. The simulation is not resource intensive, utilizing a simulated patient actor and minimal equipment. The case includes a case description, learning objectives, instructor notes, example of ideal scenario flow, and anticipated management mistakes. A didactic PowerPoint highlighting the learning objectives is included.

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SUBMITTER: Sanseau E 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7331961 | biostudies-literature | 2020 May

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature