Table 2.

Self-reported confidence pre- and post-boot camp (Likert scale)

Mean (SD) pre-boot campMean (SD) post-boot campp value
Performed at boot camp
Lumbar puncture4.58 (1.8)6.32 (0.8)<0.001
Ascitic aspiration4.57 (1.9)6.55 (0.6)<0.001
Ascitic drain4.00 (2.0)6.35 (0.7)<0.001
Intercostal drain2.40 (1.3)5.90 (0.9)<0.001
Not performed at boot camp
Nasogastric tube5.32 (1.7)5.59 (1.6)0.343
Central venous catheterisation2.10 (1.5)2.81 (1.9)0.004
  • SD = standard deviation.