Perry, M.E., Burke, J.M., Friel, L. and Field, M. (2010) Can training in musculoskeletal examination skills be effectively delivered by undergraduate students as part of the standard curriculum? Rheumatology, 49(9), pp. 1756-1761. (doi: 10.1093/rheumatology/keq166)
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Publisher's URL: http://dx.doi.org/10.1093/rheumatology/keq166
Abstract
Methods. Fifty final-year students (trainers) were trained using GALS for MSS examination while attending a standard clinical medical attachment at Glasgow Royal Infirmary. These students delivered GALS training to a further 159 students (trainees). Pre/post-confidence questionnaire (100-mm visual analogue scale) and written feedback were obtained. Final Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE) scores from an MSS station were compared with a control group of 229 students randomized to other hospitals for the standard MSS training. Results. Analysis of completed trainer questionnaires (30/50) showed increased confidence in all parts of GALS after training [< 47 (19) cf. > 88 (12); P < 0.005]. Similarly, confidence in trainees (136/159) who answered the questionnaire increased [< 43 (19) cf. > 85 (15); P < 0.005]. Written comments highlighted that students would recommend PAL. OSCE results showed 84% (192/229) of students in the control group passed the MSS station, with 87% (139/159) of trainees (P = 0.3) and 100% (50/50) of trainers (P < 0.01). Conclusions. MSS examination skills are improved by integrating PAL into the undergraduate medical curriculum, with student confidence being increased, and higher OSCE scores.
Item Type: | Articles |
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Status: | Published |
Refereed: | Yes |
Glasgow Author(s) Enlighten ID: | Field, Dr Max and Perry, Mr Martin and Burke, Dr Joanne |
Authors: | Perry, M.E., Burke, J.M., Friel, L., and Field, M. |
College/School: | College of Medical Veterinary and Life Sciences > School of Medicine, Dentistry & Nursing > Clinical Specialities |
Journal Name: | Rheumatology |
Publisher: | Oxford University Press |
ISSN: | 1462-0324 |
ISSN (Online): | 1462-0332 |
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