Examination of the effect of different techniques (demonstration, telesimulation and game-based training) in teaching the management of shoulder dystocia: A randomized controlled trial

Abstract

Background

This study evaluated the effect of demonstration, telesimulation and game-based training in teaching SD management for midwifery students.

Methods

This randomized controlled trial was completed with 123 participants. To collect data, the ‘Introductory Information Form’, ‘Self-efficacy Visual Analog Scale (VAS)’, ‘Shoulder Dystocia Skill Checklist’, and ‘Instructional Materials Motivation Survey (IMMS) were used.

Results

After the training, mean VAS scores of self-efficacy in diagnosing and intervening SD were higher in the telesimulation and demonstration groups, and mean VAS scores of self-efficacy in evaluating the postpartum mother and infant were higher in all intervention groups than in the control group (p < .001). There is a difference between the control group and all intervention groups in terms of total skill score in SD management (p < .001). Demonstration group's mean total score of MMS of students is higher than kahoot and control groups (p < .005).

Conclusion

It was seen that all three methods were more effective than theoretical training in gaining SD management skills, but telesimulation was more effective than other methods.