Assessment of a multiprofessional training programme by in situ simulation in the maternity units of the Pays de Loire regional perinatal network - 08/03/21

Doi : 10.1016/j.jogoh.2021.102107

Vincent Dochez ^a,^b,^g,⁎ , Frédérique Beringue ^a,^c, Guillaume Legendre ^a,^d, Pauline Jeanneteau ^a,^d, Delphine Rolland ^a,^e, Anne-Sophie Coutin ^a, Rozenn Collin ^a,^b,^g, Estelle Boulvais ^a,^b,^g, Laetitia Malo ^a,^b,^g, Anne-Marie Chupin ^a, Benoît Cousin ^a, Cyril Flamant ^a,^f, Norbert Winer ^a,^b,^g
^a Réseau de périnatalité des Pays de La Loire « Sécurité Naissance – Naître Ensemble, Nantes, France
^b Service de Gynécologie-Obstétrique, CHU de Nantes, Nantes, France
^c Service de Réanimation Néonatale, CHU d’Angers, Angers, France
^d Service de Gynécologie-Obstétrique, CHU d’Angers, Angers, France
^e Département d’Anesthésie-Réanimation, CHU de Nantes, Nantes, France
^f Service de Réanimation Néonatale, CHU de Nantes, Nantes, France
^g NUN, INRAE, UMR 1280, PhAN, F-44000, Université de Nantes, Nantes, France

^⁎Corresponding author at: Réseau de périnatalité des Pays de La Loire « Sécurité Naissance – Naître Ensemble, Nantes, France.Réseau de périnatalité des Pays de La Loire « Sécurité Naissance – Naître EnsembleNantesFrance

Sous presse. Manuscrit accepté. Disponible en ligne depuis le Monday 08 March 2021
Cet article a été publié dans un numéro de la revue, cliquez ici pour y accéder

Abstract

Introduction

Initially dispensed in specialized simulation centers, simulation training has recently begun to take place directly in healthcare facilities, that is, in situ. The objective of this study is to assess the effect of training by in situ simulation in obstetrics.

Material and methods

The training program, dispensed over a 2-day period, took place in maternity units of the members of the Pays de la Loire perinatal network, Réseau Sécurité Naissance (Network Safety Birth). All participants received a learner satisfaction questionnaire to complete (5-point Likert-like scales). Then, at least 6 months later, each maternity ward received a general questionnaire to assess the effect of the training, as well as a second questionnaire specific to each institution, about the areas for improvement proposed by the teaching team after debriefings.

Results

The 14 establishments included in our study returned 375 satisfaction questionnaires. In all, 91.1% were very satisfied and reported that the training met their expectations, and 99.7% thought the program would have an impact on their professional practice. More than 94% of the learners wanted more simulation sessions. Among the 14 facilities, 9 (64.3%) returned their evaluation questionnaires. In 44.4% of cases, they reported improvement in team cohesion and in team communication, while the others reported these elements remained stable. All maternity units reported that the training had a positive impact on their team, and that they would be interested in new training program with in situ simulation.

Discussion

Most participants clearly appreciated this training. In situ simulation training also led to the identification of areas for improvements, many of them accomplished, through the drafting of protocols or material modifications aimed at improving staff practices and therefore global patient care. There are many ways by which these training programs can be made sustainable, including the development of a new training program of in situ simulation or the creation of onsite simulation sessions on demand or by the professionals at each institution.

Conclusion

This survey demonstrated the enthusiasm of healthcare professionals about in situ simulation. Moreover, overall improvement in team communication and cohesion was reported in the medium term (evaluation at more than 6 months). The interest of continuing these training sessions appears undeniable.

Le texte complet de cet article est disponible en PDF.

Keywords : in situ simulation, patient simulation, training, quality improvement, education, assessment