PG70 Using high fidelity simulation to prepare trainee advanced critical care practitioners for independent practice

ABSTRACT

PG70 Table 1Summarised results from questionnairesTheme % Change in confidence Pre vs. Post-Course Post-Course vs. Delayed Clinical knowledge +46.4 -14.6 Practicing within own limitations +12.8 -2.3 Raising concerns +19.4 +2.3 Assessing and treating the unwell patient +48.3 0 Communicating to the MDT +69.2 0 Awareness of the impact of human factors +69.2 0 Discussion and ConclusionThis pilot course suggests trainee ACCPs benefit greatly from targeted high fidelity simulation despite limited previous exposure.Confidence in clinical knowledge was not sustained at immediate post-course levels after three months, perhaps due to decay of skills or exposure to more challenging cases in practice. The delayed survey coincided with the start of the COVID-19 pandemic which may have had an impact.Further evaluations could review the longevity of the benefits from simulation to guide how regularly to offer future sessions.The benefits realised from this pilot will lead to further provision of high fidelity simulation for trainee ACCPs.