Mohar-Menéndez-Aponte S, Sánchez-Vázquez U, Rubio-Martínez R

Language: Spanish
References: 6
Page: 32-36
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ABSTRACT

Introduction: this study presents the process and results of a card game designed to simulate various clinical scenarios related to the management of complex airways in medicine. The game, called “PLAN A”, underwent a playtest with the participation of medical professionals to evaluate its effectiveness as a training tool. Objective: to evaluate the gameplay of “PLAN A” as a training tool for the management of complex airways in medicine. Material and methods: a playtest was conducted with a group of 42 medical professionals, who played “PLAN A” and provided feedback on its gameplay, realism, and utility as a training tool. Participant comments were collected and analyzed to iterate on the game’s design. Results: the results of the playtest revealed a positive reception from participants, who praised the game’s ability to simulate realistic scenarios and provide a safe environment for learning and decision-making in the management of complex airways. Conclusions: “PLAN A” proved to be a promising tool for training in the management of complex airways in medicine, offering an innovative and effective approach to the training of medical professionals in this field.

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