Ultrasound Training for Emergency Medicine Education
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
The aim of this study is to assess emergency medicine physician knowledge and technical skill in performance of ultrasound-guided serratus anterior nerve block in a low-fidelity simulation model workshop and to determine the feasibility, acceptability, and usability of the training program. By performing this study, the investigators hope to create a standardized training model which could potentially facilitate POCUS and critical procedural performance and thereby improve patient care.
Will I have to stop taking my current medications?
The trial protocol does not specify whether participants must stop taking their current medications.
Is ultrasound-guided serratus anterior plane block (SAPB) safe for humans?
How does ultrasound training for emergency medicine education differ from other treatments?
This treatment is unique because it focuses on training emergency medicine residents to use ultrasound-guided techniques for pain management, which is not commonly emphasized in emergency settings. It uses a low-cost, simulation-based approach to improve confidence and competence in performing nerve blocks, which can reduce the need for intravenous opioids and improve patient outcomes.13678
What data supports the effectiveness of the treatment Ultrasound-guided Nerve Block Training Model and Evaluation Method, Ultrasound-guided Serratus Anterior Plane Block, USG-SAPB?
Research shows that ultrasound-guided nerve blocks, like the serratus anterior plane block, can effectively reduce pain and decrease the need for intravenous opioids in patients with rib fractures. Additionally, training emergency medicine residents using cadaver-based models significantly increased their confidence in performing these procedures.134910
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
This trial is for emergency medicine attending and resident physicians looking to improve their skills in performing ultrasound-guided nerve blocks. Specifically, it's not open to ED nurses, technicians, or advanced practice physicians.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Training Workshop
Emergency medicine physicians participate in a low-fidelity simulation model workshop to learn ultrasound-guided serratus anterior nerve block
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for knowledge and technical skill retention through surveys at 1 month pre-intervention, post-intervention, and 3 months post-intervention
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- Ultrasound-guided Nerve Block Training Model and Evaluation Method
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Duke University
Lead Sponsor