Evaluating the contribution of interdisciplinary obstetrics skills and drills emergency training. (2nd March 2019)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Hayes, Catherine; Hinshaw, Kim; Hogg, Robert; Graham, yitka
• Is Part Of: British journal of midwifery. Volume 27:Number 3(2019)
• Page Start: 167
• Page End: vi
• Publication Date: 2019-03-02
• Subjects: Emergency obstetrics -- Simulation -- Skills/drills training -- Quality improvement -- Confidence; Midwifery -- Periodicals; Women's health services -- Periodicals; Maternity nursing -- Periodicals; 618.2
• DOI: 10.12968/bjom.2019.27.3.167
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0969-4900

Abstract

Abstract : Background: High-fidelity simulation is integral to health professional training. The effect of interdisciplinary training on levels of confidence in obstetric emergencies is less well explored. Aim: To evaluate the impact of a multidisciplinary training project in obstetric emergency skills and drills on the confidence of staff. Methods: A mixed-methods approach was used to evaluate the self-reported confidence levels of obstetrics staff. A total of 69 staff voluntarily attended emergency skills and drills training with a birthing simulator manikin. The programme used four emergency scenarios that had potential for poor maternal outcomes. A debrief followed each scenario and confidence levels were self-reported before and after each training session. Findings: There were significant ( P <0.05) effects on teams' self-perceived confidence levels. Staff reported that training improved their knowledge and understanding of interdisciplinary roles, and improved capacity within and between professional disciplines. Conclusion: This model is of significant use in interdisciplinary obstetric emergency care training. Training had a direct effect on the staff's perceived confidence and encouraged critical reflection on professional practice in emergency obstetrics.