Table 1: SEF score averages of simulation sessions for observers
Individual Item | Pre-test mean score | Posttest mean score |
1 (seldom confident) to 5 (very confident) | 1 (seldom confident) to 5 (very confident) | |
Initiates relevant patient monitoring (vital signs, EKG, pulse oximeter --- ) | 3.94 | 4.6 |
Understands when to call for help | 3.83 | 4.76 |
Demonstrates basic airway maneuvers (oxygen, suction---) | 3.46 | 4.6 |
Recognizes signs and symptoms of a critical patient | 3.44 | 4.52 |
Performs a focused assessment following the ABC (airway, breathing, circulation) principles | 3.9 | 4.65 |
Demonstrates correct administration of relevant drugs | 3.1 | 4.29 |
Demonstrates correct management of defibrillator | 2.83 | 4.37 |
Demonstrates effective bag-mask ventilations (volume, minute volume, pressure etc.) | 3.13 | 4.7 |
Performs appropriate post-resuscitation care | 2.4 | 4.24 |
Demonstrates effective chest compressions (hand placement, depth, speed) | 3.95 | 4.89 |
Utilizes resources and external experts | 3.4 | 4.62 |
Demonstrates prioritizing key tasks | 3.11 | 4.29 |
Demonstrates clear and concise communication | 3.48 | 4.49 |
Establishes clear team member roles | 3.3 | 4.68 |
Demonstrates rapid implementation of problem-solving solutions | 3 | 4.29 |
Demonstrates prompt and firm decision making | 2.97 | 4.32 |
Performs re-assessment or re-evaluation | 3.52 | 4.51 |
Demonstrates staying calm and focusing on required tasks | 3.56 | 4.44 |