Derivation of a Performance Checklist for Ultrasound‐Guided Arthrocentesis Using the Modified Delphi Method. (20th March 2017)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Kunz, Derek; Pariyadath, Manoj; Wittler, Mary; Askew, Kim; Manthey, David; Hartman, Nicholas
• Is Part Of: Journal of ultrasound in medicine. Volume 36:Number 6(2017)
• Page Start: 1147
• Page End: 1152
• Publication Date: 2017-03-20
• Subjects: modified Delphi -- procedural checklists -- ultrasound‐guided arthrocentesis; Ultrasonics in medicine -- Periodicals; Ultrasonics; Ultrasonography; Ultrasonics in medicine; Electronic journals; Periodicals; Periodicals; 616.07543
• DOI: 10.7863/ultra.16.08004
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0278-4297

Abstract

Abstract : Objectives: Arthrocentesis is an important skill for physicians in multiple specialties. Recent studies indicate a superior safety and performance profile for this procedure using ultrasound guidance for needle placement, and improving quality of care requires a valid measurement of competency using this modality. Methods: We endeavored to create a validated tool to assess the performance of this procedure using the modified Delphi technique and experts in multiple disciplines across the United States. Results: We derived a 22‐item checklist designed to assess competency for the completion of ultrasound‐guided arthrocentesis, which demonstrated a Cronbach's alpha of 0.89, indicating an excellent degree of internal consistency. Conclusions: Although we were able to demonstrate content validity for this tool, further validity evidence should be acquired after the tool is used and studied in clinical and simulated contexts.