Comparison of a practice-based versus theory-based training program for conducting vacuum-assisted deliveries: a randomized-controlled trial.

ABSTRACT:

Purpose

Vacuum-assisted deliveries (VAD) are complex procedures that require training and experience to be performed proficiently. We aimed to evaluate if a more resource intensive practice-based training program for conducting VAD is more efficient compared to a purely theory-based training program, with respect to immediate training effects and persistence of skills 4-8 weeks after the initial training.

Methods

In this randomized-controlled study conducted in maternity staff, participants performed a simulated low-cavity non-rotational vacuum delivery before (baseline test) and immediately after the training (first post-training test) as well as 4-8 weeks thereafter (second post-training test). The study's primary endpoint was to compare training effectiveness between the

SUBMITTER: Marschalek J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8840931 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature