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High-fidelity, simulation-based, interdisciplinary operating room team training at the point of care.

Paige JT, Kozmenko V, Yang T, et al. Surgery. 2009;145:138-146.

Team training continues to serve as a method for improving patient safety. This study used a simulation-based model in demonstrating improved self-efficacy for teamwork performance in the operative setting.

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Resource Type

Study

Setting of Care

Operating Room

Target Audience

Health Care Providers

Organizational Behaviorists

Educators

Clinical Area

General Surgery

Safety Target

Surgical Complications

Approach to Improving Safety

Teamwork Training

Simulators

Teamwork Training

Origin/Sponsor

United States of America