Optimizing OR Simulation in MEDI 045: Bias Reduction and Strategic Improvements (OPTIMIST)

NCT06753266 | Active Not Recruiting

• 1 other identifier: KSU-ORSim-2024
• Study Type: observational
• Target: 1
• Locations: 1 country
• Sites: 4

Brief Summary

This study explores the evolving landscape of operating room (OR) simulation by identifying key trends, addressing potential biases, and providing actionable recommendations for improvement. Using data-driven analysis, the research uncovers patterns in skill development and decision-making, offering insights into the effectiveness of current OR simulation programs. The study also tackles biases in data collection, including selection and response bias, ensuring the reliability of findings.

Conditions

Competency-Based Education; Continuity of Patient Care; Medical Education

Keywords

Simulation-Based Training; Anesthesia Education; Patient Safety; Operating Room Simulation

Outcome Measures

Primary Outcomes (1)

• Change in Cognitive Bias in Clinical Decision-Making

  Evaluate the change in cognitive bias during simulated clinical scenarios using the Cognitive Bias Assessment Tool (CBAT). This tool assesses the presence of cognitive biases (e.g., confirmation bias, anchoring bias) in decision-making. The unit of measure will be the percentage of bias-free decisions or correct decisions made by participants, based on the CBAT scoring system. The assessment will occur immediately after simulation training (within 1 day) and again 6 months post-training to measure both immediate and long-term changes in cognitive bias.

  Immediately after simulation training (within 1 day) Over 6 months post-training

Eligibility Criteria

• Age: 18 Years - 25 Years
• Sex: all
• Healthy Volunteers: No
• Age Groups: Adult (18-64)
• Sampling Method: Non-Probability Sample

Study Population

The study population consists of medical trainees enrolled in the MEDI 045 anesthesia program at King Saud Medical City. Participants will include individuals with varying levels of clinical experience who are eligible for simulation-based training. Participants will be randomly selected from a list of eligible trainees in the MEDI 045 program.

You may qualify if:

• Participants enrolled in the MEDI 045 anesthesia program at King Saud Medical City.
• Medical students or trainees with prior exposure to basic clinical simulation.
• Aged 18 years or older.
• Willingness to participate in simulation-based training sessions.
• Ability to provide informed consent.

You may not qualify if:

• Participants with prior advanced simulation training in anesthesia.
• Individuals with documented cognitive impairments or learning disabilities that may interfere with the study tasks.
• Refuse to participate in post-simulation assessments or follow-ups.
• Lack of fluency in the language of instruction used in the simulation.

Sponsors & Collaborators

• Walid Mohamed Ragab Mohamed Badwi: lead

Study Sites (4)

King Saud University MedicalCity

Riyadh, Riydh, 11461-7805-41, Saudi Arabia

Location

King Saud University MedicalCity

Riyadh, 11461-7805-41, Saudi Arabia

Location

King Saud University , College of Medicine, Anesthesia Department

Riyadh, 11461, Saudi Arabia

Location

King Saud University Medical City (KSUMC), College of Medicine

Riyadh, 11461, Saudi Arabia

Location

Study Design

• Study Type: observational
• Observational Model: COHORT
• Time Perspective: PROSPECTIVE
• Sponsor Type: OTHER GOV
• Responsible Party: SPONSOR INVESTIGATOR
• PI Title: Resident in Anesthesia, Instructor in MEDI 045, King Saud University College of Medicine.

Study Record Dates

• First Submitted: December 16, 2024
• First Posted: December 31, 2024
• Study Start: November 15, 2024
• Primary Completion: January 15, 2025
• Study Completion: March 15, 2025
• Last Updated: December 31, 2024

Record last verified: 2024-12

Locations

SA (4)