Description
CVC insertion is a common medical manipulation performed in intensive care units, but according to our survey performed in Cesis regional hospital medical personnel avoid performing this manipulation due to a lack of practical experience. Knowledge and skills of CVC insertion can be acquired in various ways, thus performing manipulation on real patients or practicing on specialized task trainers. Our study is based on the development of custom-made task trainers for US-guided CVC insertion and the evaluation of their effectiveness.. In order to improve CVC insertion skills in Cesis regional hospital specialized training course was developed and held. Specialized CVC insertion task trainers were manufactured using 3D-printed molds and silicon solution. Intending to increase the acoustic impedance of the task trainer microcrystalline cellulose was added to the silicon solution in the following concentration/ratio 1:100. Simulated veins were made of elastic latex tubing and fulfilled with the simulated blood. Training of medical personnel consisted of a theoretical course followed up with practical exercises using custom-made task trainers.. Twelve out of thirteen course participants admitted that practicing manipulation on the task trainers brought them confidence and the necessary tactical experience in order to improve their performance in the US-guided CVC placement in real life.. Custom-made task trainers for US-guided CVC placement are providing a realistic experience and can be used for educational purposes. However, there is still some space for improvement in the manufacturing process. Increased durability of the material as well as testing different compounds and compositions of silicon solutions for better US observation shall be further evaluated and analyzed.| Period | 30 Mar 2023 |
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| Event title | RSU research week 2023: University Teaching and Learning |
| Event type | Conference |
| Organiser | Rīga Stradiņš University |
| Location | Riga, LatviaShow on map |
| Degree of Recognition | International |