2025, Number 2
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Simulación Clínica 2025; 7 (2)
Early clinical simulation in medical students: level of confidence and satisfaction
Gutiérrez-Misis A, Prado-Gutiérrez MF, Puche-López N, Arribas-Blanco JM, González-López E, Navarro-Castellanos L, Heras-Nuñez AI, Castell-Alcalá MV
Language: Spanish
References: 21
Page: 44-51
PDF size: 352.58 Kb.
ABSTRACT
Introduction: the objective of this study is to analyze the level of confidence and satisfaction gained by second-year medical students at the Universidad Autónoma de Madrid who participate in a simulation-based seminar program focused on clinical examination skills.
Materials and methods: surveys were conducted with second-year students following a simulation workshop and during their clinical rotations. The workshop includes examination techniques and the creation of a video.
Results: a total of 193 students completed at least one survey, and 121 students completed all three. The level of clinical skill acquisition after the simulation workshops exceeded 90% in most examination techniques. The average scores for items related to learning, satisfaction, and video production were above 80%.
Conclusions: simulation-based learning enhances knowledge, skills, and self-confidence in clinical abilities prior to real clinical practice for early-year medical students.
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