Simulation in healthcare : journal of the Society for Simulation in Healthcare
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Randomized Controlled Trial
A randomized trial of simulation-based deliberate practice for infant lumbar puncture skills.
Infant lumbar puncture (LP) is mandated by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education for all pediatric trainees. Current training usually involves the apprenticeship model of "see one, do one, teach one" where a trainee's first LP attempt occurs in a high-stakes environment. Simulation training promotes skill development in a safe environment before patient contact. ⋯ Participation in a simulation-based deliberate practice intervention can improve infant LP skill.