Simulation in neonatal transport medicine
The safe transport of infants in critical condition requires highly reliable inter-professional transport teams that are equipped with the expertise to provide neonatal care in unfamiliar and resource-limited environments. Increasingly, transport teams are comprised of health professionals from various disciplines. Providing didactic and experiential learning alone is insufficient to fully prepare teams that have limited exposure to rare events. Simulation-based training supplements and reinforces knowledge, skills, and the experiences of team members. (Source: Seminars in Perinatology)
Source: Seminars in Perinatology - October 26, 2016 Category: Perinatology & Neonatology Authors: Douglas M. Campbell, Rita Dadiz Source Type: research
Measuring and communicating meaningful outcomes in neonatology: A family perspective
Medium- and long-term outcomes have been collected and described among survivors of neonatal intensive care units for decades, for a number of purposes: (1) quality control within units, (2) comparisons of outcomes between NICUs, (3) clinical trials (whether an intervention improves outcomes), (4) end-of-life decision-making, (5) to better understand the effects of neonatal conditions and/or interventions on organs and/or long-term health, and finally (6) to better prepare parents for the future. (Source: Seminars in Perinatology)
Source: Seminars in Perinatology - October 25, 2016 Category: Perinatology & Neonatology Authors: Annie Janvier, Barbara Farlow, Jason Baardsnes, Rebecca Pearce, Keith J. Barrington Source Type: research
Introduction: Simulation in neonatology
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Source: Seminars in Perinatology - October 12, 2016 Category: Perinatology & Neonatology Authors: Lindsay C. Johnston, Stephanie N. Sudikoff Source Type: research
Simulation for neonatal extracorporeal membrane oxygenation teams
Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is a highly technical and complex method of life support. Patient and circuit emergencies on ECMO are rare, but in these cases, prompt and correct actions to address the crisis are needed to prevent morbidity and mortality. ECMO simulation programs have gained popularity in recent years, as they provide a standardized educational experience for all members of the inter-professional care team. In addition to providing a context in which to solidify knowledge of ECMO support, participants are also able to focus on vital technical and behavioral skills that are not highlighted in oth...
Source: Seminars in Perinatology - October 12, 2016 Category: Perinatology & Neonatology Authors: Lindsay Johnston, Gary Oldenburg Source Type: research
Prevention and management of bronchopulmonary dysplasia: Lessons learned from the neonatal research network
Despite remarkable improvements in survival of extremely premature infants, the burden of BPD among survivors remains a frustrating problem for parents and caregivers. Advances, such as antenatal steroids and surfactant replacement, which have dramatically improved survival, have not reduced BPD among survivors. Other advances that have significantly improved the combined outcome of death or BPD, such as vitamin A and avoidance of mechanical ventilation, have had smaller magnitude effects on the outcome of BPD alone. (Source: Seminars in Perinatology)
Source: Seminars in Perinatology - September 30, 2016 Category: Perinatology & Neonatology Authors: Kathleen A. Kennedy, C. Michael Cotten, Kristi L. Watterberg, Waldemar A. Carlo Source Type: research
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Cost-effective and low-technology options for simulation and training in neonatology
The purpose of this review is to explore low-cost options for simulation and training in neonatology. Numerous cost-effective options exist for simulation and training in neonatology. Lower cost options are available for teaching clinical skills and procedural training in neonatal intubation, chest tube insertion, and pericardiocentesis, among others. Cost-effective, low-cost options for simulation-based education can be developed and shared in order to optimize the neonatal simulation training experience. (Source: Seminars in Perinatology)
Source: Seminars in Perinatology - September 29, 2016 Category: Perinatology & Neonatology Authors: Christie J. Bruno, Kristen M. Glass Source Type: research
Procedural training and assessment of competency utilizing simulation
This review examines the current environment of neonatal procedural learning, describes an updated model of skills training, defines the role of simulation in assessing competency, and discusses potential future directions for simulation-based competency assessment. In order to maximize impact, simulation-based procedural training programs should follow a standardized and evidence-based approach to designing and evaluating educational activities. Simulation can be used to facilitate the evaluation of competency, but must incorporate validated assessment tools to ensure quality and consistency. (Source: Seminars in Perinatology)
Source: Seminars in Perinatology - September 26, 2016 Category: Perinatology & Neonatology Authors: Taylor Sawyer, Megan M. Gray Source Type: research
Neonatal outreach simulation
Numerous factors contribute to neonatal morbidity and mortality, and inexperienced providers managing crisis situations is one major cause. Simulation-based medical education is an excellent modality to employ in community hospitals to help refine and refresh resuscitation skills of providers who infrequently encounter neonatal emergencies. Mounting evidence suggests that simulation-based education improves patient outcomes. Academic health centers have the potential to improve neonatal outcomes through collaborations with community hospital providers, sharing expertise in neonatal resuscitation and simulation. (Source: Se...
Source: Seminars in Perinatology - September 26, 2016 Category: Perinatology & Neonatology Authors: Bobbi J. Byrne, Deepak Manhas Source Type: research
The problems of moderate preterm infants
Moderate preterm infants are the largest group of preterm infants but are an understudied population. Care practices are adapted from studies of full term infants or extremely preterm infants. Studies are needed to tailor treatments for this vulnerable population. The NRN began investigation in this population with a registry of characteristics, and neonatal outcomes of these infants. This work compares outcomes of MPR with those of full term infants reported in the literature. (Source: Seminars in Perinatology)
Source: Seminars in Perinatology - September 12, 2016 Category: Perinatology & Neonatology Authors: Andrea N. Trembath, Allison H. Payne, Tarah T. Colaizy, Edward F. Bell, Michele C. Walsh Source Type: research
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