Need of Simulation Based Learning in Obstetrical Practice to Address Inter Professional Education and Practice During Pandemic- A Study Protocol.

Abstract

Background: Pandemic has created a huge Impact on learning and acquiring clinical skills. Simulation-based learning is one of the most efficient active learning techniques used to train diverse professionals. This Involves the transfer of knowledge and skills from the training setup to the actual clinical environment and thus allows mastery of skill sets which results In Improved patient outcomes. Thus Simulation-based learning keeps the clinical education on stream and also supports continual learning during the unprecedented situation, such as pandemics. Methodology: Formulating an interprofessional (IP) team of faculty including nurses, obstetricians, and neonatologlst; and developing a Learning module using simulation is the primary objective. Following which interprofessional students from medicine and nursing disciplines will be identified and training workshop will be conducted. Pretesting will be done and the post-test scores will be compared after the workshop in terms of knowledge, skill, and clinical decision making of selected obstetrical skills. Outcome measures (knowledge, skill and clinical decision making) will be assessed before and after the Implementation of the module. Also, core IP competencies like teamwork & communication skills will be assessed during post test. Discussion: Simulation-based learning has matured as an educational strategy. With early clinical exposure and outcome based education, it Is very Important to Introduce the concepts of interprofessional education and practice among students. Also provides opportunities to lessen risks to patients and learners, enhances competence and confidence and reduces health care costs in the long run. Trial registration: The study protocol is registered under Clinical Trials Registry-lndia (CTRI/2021/12/049675).