2012, Number 4
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Dermatología Cosmética, Médica y Quirúrgica 2012; 10 (4)
General dermatological knowledge of pediatricians
Arvizu RF, Toledo BME, Valencia HAM
Language: Spanish
References: 10
Page: 247-255
PDF size: 348.35 Kb.
ABSTRACT
Background: This research establish whether teaching dermatology
during residency in pediatric care is or is not enough
to provide adequate medical care.
Objective: To develop a measuring instrument intended for
dermatological knowledge in pediatricians.
Materials and methods: We conducted a cross-sectional
study among pediatricians from April to June 2009. We applied
a test with 25 questions about the treatment of 12 of the most
common dermatological diseases in pediatric outpatients.
Results: The questionnaire was applied in 63 pediatricians
from various institutions. Analysis of internal consistency won
a Cronbach Alpha for global questionnaire was 0.70. Range of
qualification was 12-88, average of 60.25.
Conclusions: There is a need, to elaborate adequate questionnaires
for a better evaluation of dermatological knowledge
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