| Anaphylaxis simulation session: seeing is believing. | |
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PMID: 21646986 Owner: NLM Status: In-Data-Review |
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INTRODUCTION: : Massive anaphylactic reactions are rare but potentially life-threatening events. It is recognized that there are concerns in both the immediate management and recognition of the condition. The report describes an innovative approach to develop a simple, low-cost device to simulate a rash on a mannequin as part of an education session. METHODS: : A system was developed to allow a plastic sheet with surface-mounted light-emitting diodes to be placed under the mannequin's chest skin. The light-emitting diodes presence and intensity could be controlled remotely via a potentiometer. RESULTS: : Staff were initially surprised by the presence of a rash on the mannequin but very quickly used the presence of the rash to support a diagnosis of severe anaphylaxis. Participants appeared to have responded positively to these simulation- reinforced courses on acute anaphylaxis. CONCLUSIONS: : The development of a method to visually demonstrate a rash on a mannequin facilitated some of the educational goals of the course: the importance of skin changes in aiding the diagnosis of acute anaphylaxis and the importance of exposure of the skin of the patient. |
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Authors:
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Mark D Hellaby |
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Type: Journal Article |
Journal Detail:
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Title: Simulation in healthcare : journal of the Society for Simulation in Healthcare Volume: 6 ISSN: 1559-713X ISO Abbreviation: Simul Healthc Publication Date: 2011 Jun |
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Created Date: 2011-06-07 Completed Date: - Revised Date: - |
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Nlm Unique ID: 101264408 Medline TA: Simul Healthc Country: United States |
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Languages: eng Pagination: 180-3 Citation Subset: IM |
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From the Education and Research Division, Warrington and Halton Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Warrington, Cheshire, England. |
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