Practical Patient Safety Education for Medical Students at the Yokohama City University School of Medicine
- VernacularTitle:横浜市立大学医学部における実践的医療安全教育
- Author:
Akiko AOKI
;
Rieko IJIRI
;
Michio HASHIMOTO
;
Yoji NAGASHIMA
;
Osamu HASEGAWA
;
Eiji GOTO
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
medical education;
patient safety;
practical learning
- From:Medical Education
2006;37(6):389-395
- CountryJapan
- Language:Japanese
-
Abstract:
In autumn 2005, a 15-hour patient-safety education program was incorporated into the core curriculum for fourth-year medical students at the Yokohama City University School of Medicine. Sixty students took part in the program. The goals of the curriculum are for students to understand the prevalence and origins of medical errors and to increase awareness of the physician's responsibility for patient safety. Because typical learning methods, such as didactic lectures, might not be effective, we developed an experimental or case-based learning method. Educational modalities included small-group discussion of medical errors, role-playing of medical error disclosure, and experience operating infusion pumps. In addition, to bridge the gap between educational systems and hospital systems, we collaborated with other healthcare workers, such as nurses and hospital pharmacists. Students evaluated the program favorably; most recommended continuing the curriculum for future medical student classes.
