Evaluating the Impact of In-Situ Simulation on Interprofessional Healthcare Team Training

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Basic Information

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Recruitment Status

NOT_YET_RECRUITING

Clinical Phase

NA

Total Enrollment

108 participants

Study Classification

INTERVENTIONAL

Study Start Date

2026-02-28

Study Completion Date

2026-07-31

Brief Summary

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Clinical simulation has established itself as an essential methodology in healthcare training, enabling the development of technical and non-technical skills in controlled and safe environments. This study proposes a randomized trial that compares the impact of two learning contexts-a simulation center and the in situ simulation (ISS) environment in the operating room-on the training of interprofessional teams. The aim is to evaluate the effectiveness and efficiency of each context in the acquisition and performance of technical and non-technical skills, as well as participants' perceptions of realism, teamwork, and patient safety. The randomized experimental design reinforces the methodological rigor and internal validity of the results, allowing the identification of important differences between the two approaches. The scarcity of studies on interprofessional simulation in a real clinical context underscores the relevance of this research, which may provide scientific evidence to guide training policies and promote safer, more collaborative practices. It is expected that the results will contribute to improving interprofessional training programs and supporting the systematic integration of ISS in the healthcare field, especially in high-complexity environments.

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Detailed Description

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The increasing complexity of healthcare and the need for a coordinated response among different professionals make interprofessional teamwork an essential element for patient safety and quality of care. In this context, clinical simulation has established itself as a fundamental teaching and learning methodology, allowing the training of technical and non-technical skills in controlled and safe environments. Among the different simulation modalities, in situ simulation (ISS) has gained prominence because it occurs in the clinical context itself, involving real teams and resources of the hospital environment. This approach favors the identification of latent threats to safety and the analysis of workflows and communication in high-pressure scenarios. In addition, ISS has demonstrated a positive impact on safety culture and the performance of multidisciplinary teams. Several studies support that simulation based on interprofessional teams promotes mutual understanding of roles, respect between disciplines, and effective coordination during critical situations. The integration of professionals from different areas in realistic scenarios enhances collaborative learning and strengthens communication, leadership, and decision-making skills, central aspects of Non-Technical Skills (NTS). Despite the available evidence, there is still a gap in the literature regarding the direct comparison between simulation in a training center and ISS in the hospital setting, particularly in the surgical center, an environment characterized by professional interdependence and high technical complexity. Thus, this study proposes a randomized trial comparing the impact of ISS and simulation in a training center on the formation of interprofessional teams. The aim is to systematically evaluate the effect of each context on the acquisition and performance of technical and non-technical skills, as well as on professionals' perception of realism, training effectiveness, and patient safety. This study, therefore, aims to contribute to the development of more effective training strategies based on scientific evidence.

Conditions

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in Situ Simulation Simulation in Training Center

Study Design

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Allocation Method

RANDOMIZED

Intervention Model

PARALLEL

Primary Study Purpose

HEALTH_SERVICES_RESEARCH

Blinding Strategy

NONE

Study Groups

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In Situ Simulation

Half of the teams will carry out the scenario in an in-situ context, at the ULS Matosinhos - Pedro Hispano Hospital (ULSM-HPH).

Group Type EXPERIMENTAL

In Situ Simulation

Intervention Type OTHER

Simulation scenario carried out in situ. The training team will consist of 3 facilitators (who will always be the same throughout the study), with each scenario having only 2 facilitators and the principal investigator.

Each group will be subjected to the same simulation scenario, the process of which is approximately 60 minutes, divided into: Briefing - 10 min; Scenario Development - 15 minutes; Debriefing - 30/35 min.

Simulation Center

Half of the teams will carry out the scenario in a Simulation Center context, at the Faculty of Medicine, University of Porto (SIMFMUP).

Group Type ACTIVE_COMPARATOR

Simulation Center

Intervention Type OTHER

Simulation scenario carried out in the Simulation Center. The training team will consist of 3 facilitators (who will always be the same throughout the study), with each scenario having only 2 facilitators and the principal investigator.

Each group will be subjected to the same simulation scenario, the process of which is approximately 60 minutes, divided into: Briefing - 10 min; Scenario Development - 15 minutes; Debriefing - 30/35 min.

Interventions

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In Situ Simulation

Simulation scenario carried out in situ. The training team will consist of 3 facilitators (who will always be the same throughout the study), with each scenario having only 2 facilitators and the principal investigator.

Each group will be subjected to the same simulation scenario, the process of which is approximately 60 minutes, divided into: Briefing - 10 min; Scenario Development - 15 minutes; Debriefing - 30/35 min.

Intervention Type OTHER

Simulation Center

Simulation scenario carried out in the Simulation Center. The training team will consist of 3 facilitators (who will always be the same throughout the study), with each scenario having only 2 facilitators and the principal investigator.

Each group will be subjected to the same simulation scenario, the process of which is approximately 60 minutes, divided into: Briefing - 10 min; Scenario Development - 15 minutes; Debriefing - 30/35 min.

Intervention Type OTHER

Eligibility Criteria

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Inclusion Criteria

* Professionals working in the surgical center of ULSM-HPH with at least 6 months of experience in the role.
* Availability to participate in the simulation group assigned to them.

Exclusion Criteria

* Professionals who do not work in the surgical center.
* Participants who cannot complete all phases of the study due to scheduling or health restrictions.
* Pregnant professionals.

Minimum Eligible Age

18 Years

Eligible Sex

ALL

Accepts Healthy Volunteers

No