Training pediatric residents in point-of-care ultrasound: An assessment of the needs and barriers to acquire the skill.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

The use of point-of-care ultrasound (POCU) is increasing globally. However, owing to the epidemiology of diseases and local management strategies, POCU may not be universally applicable. Before developing a POCU training program, because of limited resources for medical education, it was pivotal to conduct a needs assessment and identify the training barriers.

Methods

This study used a validated paper questionnaire. The survey instrument was distributed to 120 pediatric residents (male 60, female 60) training at our institution to assess their self-reported level of skill in POCU, and their perceptions with regard to the applicability of POCU, measured with a 5-point Likert scale. The skills deficit was measured by subtracting the self-reported level of skills i

SUBMITTER: Jamil SF 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9072245 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature