Pediatric Resident Insulin Management Education (PRIME): A Single-Session Workshop Emphasizing Active Learning.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Insulin is a high-risk medication, and errors can lead to patient morbidity and mortality. The American Board of Pediatrics recommends that all board-certified pediatricians be able to develop an insulin management plan for patients with diabetes. A needs assessment of pediatric residents revealed low self-efficacy at developing a new subcutaneous insulin plan despite didactic instruction on the topic.

Methods

We created a 90-minute interactive workshop that targeted resident skills in devising subcutaneous insulin plans. Learners engaged in small-group, problem-based learning and peer teaching to promote active learning and participation. We compared self-efficacy and knowledge before and after the intervention using paired t tests and evaluated learner

SUBMITTER: Schulmeister C 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9941370 | biostudies-literature | 2023

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature