International audit of simulation use in pre-registration medical radiation science training |
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| Affiliation: | 1. University of Liverpool, Brownlow Hill, Liverpool, L69 3GB, UK;2. University of Derby, Kedleston Rd, Derby, DE22 1GB, UK;3. University of Alberta, Edmonton, Canada;4. Queensland University of Technology, 2 George St, Brisbane, QLD, 4000, Australia;5. University of Johannesburg, PO Box 524, Auckland Park, 2006, South Africa;6. London South Bank University, 103 Borough Road, London, SE1 0AA, UK;7. University of Hertfordshire, College Lane, Hatfield, AL10 9AB, UK;8. Robert Gordon University, Aberdeen, AB10 7QG, UK;9. Glasgow Caledonian University, Cowcaddens Rd, Glasgow, G4 0BA, UK;10. University College Dublin, Ireland;1. Department of Radiography and Radiological Sciences, Faculty of Health Sciences and Technology, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka, Nigeria;2. School of Allied Health Professions, Keele University, Staffordshire, UK;3. Department of Laboratory Medical Sciences, Faculty of Health Science and Technology, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka, Nigeria;4. Department of Radiology, Aminu Kano Teaching Hospital, Bayero University Kano, Nigeria;5. Department of Medical Radiography, Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, Bayero University, Kano, Nigeria;1. Department of Allied Health Professions, Midwifery and Social Work, School of Health and Social Work, University of Hertfordshire, UK;2. School of Education, University of Hertfordshire, UK;1. Physics Department (DFIS), Institute for Nanostructures, Nanomodelling and Nanofabrication (I3N), University of Aveiro, Aveiro, Portugal;2. School of Health Sciences (ESSUA), University of Aveiro, Aveiro, Portugal;3. Institute of Biomedicine (iBiMED), University of Aveiro, Aveiro, Portugal;4. Mathematics Department (DMAT), Centre for Research and Development in Mathematics and Applications (CIDMA), University of Aveiro, Aveiro, Portugal;5. Institute of Electronics and Informatics Engineering of Aveiro (IEETA), University of Aveiro, Aveiro, Portugal |
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| Abstract: | IntroductionSimulation-based education (SBE) can replicate the challenging aspects of real-world clinical environments, while providing a safe and less intimidating setting. Literature supports its use within medical radiation science (MRS) training for safe practice of psychomotor skills, development of problem solving, team working, interpersonal and decision-making skills and embedding awareness of patient safety. This project aimed to quantify usage of SBE resources and activities internationally and to evaluate how this changed during COVID-19 restrictions.MethodsAn anonymous online survey tool gathered data relating to programme demographics, simulation resources, simulation activities and future plans. A link to the survey was distributed to programme leads via social media, professional bodies and national networks.ResultsA total of 72 responses were received from a range of countries and representing a range of programme structures. Most respondents reported up to 100 h of SBE per student per year with low fidelity resources and image viewing software featuring most prominently. There was low reported engagement of service users within simulation activities. Respondents also indicated that COVID-19 had been a trigger for rapid uptake of simulation resources.ConclusionSBE forms an important aspect of MRS training internationally with low-fidelity resources being widely deployed. Where available, high fidelity virtual reality and specialised profession-specific resources were used heavily. There was a low level of reported engagement with service users or expert patients in simulation activities. Future research will identify whether the rapid uptake of SBE during COVID-19 continues and clarify the role of service users in SBE provision.Implications for practiceIncreased collaboration between MRS education providers may help to improve parity of SBE provision and identify additional opportunities to engage service users within SBE. |
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| Keywords: | COVID-19 Education Medical radiation science Radiography Simulation |
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