Background Electrocardiogram (ECG) interpretation is poorly performed at undergraduate
and post-graduate level. Incorrect ECG interpretation can lead to serious clinical error. …

Background Good communication in healthcare between professionals and between
professionals and patients is important in delivering high-quality care. Evidence of translation of …

Background In situ simulation is an emerging technique involving interdisciplinary teams
working through simulated scenarios which replicate events encountered in healthcare …

Simulation is the technique of imitating a process or situation for education, training, modelling
of an uncommon or risky scenario, or testing systems when new elements are introduced (…

There is widespread enthusiasm and emerging evidence of the efficacy of simulation-based
education (SBE) but the full potential of SBE has not been explored. The Association for …

Background Accurate interpretation of the electrocardiogram (ECG) remains an essential
skill for medical students and junior doctors. While many techniques for teaching ECG …

Introduction: Cumulative sum (CUSUM) analysis is used to assess competency in practical
procedures. Previous studies have used CUSUM to assess competence in administering …

Background Little is known about the learning curve characteristics of residents undertaking
simulation-based education. It is important to understand the time for acquisition and decay …

Methods Second year doctors were randomised to a training day with oral or video feedback.
Candidates underwent an emergency clinical scenario followed by feedback. The …

Objective: To present a case of unexpected prolonged apnoea following the administration
of mivacurium, a short-acting muscle relaxant and to identify the factors for early diagnosis …