Study on High-Fidelity Simulation for Medical Student Skills Enhancement
Published in Med J Malaysia, July 2024
Introduction: This study compared the effectiveness of high-fidelity simulation (HFS) versus video-assisted lecture (VAL) in enhancing and retaining skills among undergraduate medical students. HFS provides realistic hands-on experience in a safe environment, while VAL involves interactive video-based teaching.
Materials and Methods: A randomized controlled trial with 111 students assessed their skills through objective structured clinical examinations (OSCE) at different time points. Students were randomly assigned to either VAL or HFS groups. The study used statistical analysis to compare the effectiveness of the two teaching methods.
Results: The analysis found no statistically significant difference in mean OSCE scores between the two groups, although the HFS group showed a slightly better mean score compared to the VAL group.
Conclusion: The study revealed that HFS did not significantly outperform VAL in enhancing and retaining skills among medical students. Further research is needed to assess the suitability of integrating HFS into the curriculum while considering cost-effectiveness.
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