Publications by authors named "Alexa Fritsch"
Article Synopsis
- The study evaluates two teaching methods—landmark-guided palpation and ultrasound-guided techniques—for training medical students on subclavian central venous access using formalin-embalmed cadavers.
- After training, students' confidence improved significantly in both groups, with those trained using ultrasound showing better performance with fewer skin punctures and failures compared to the palpation group.
- The conclusion emphasizes that using cadavers for practice enhances confidence in procedural skills, potentially leading to better outcomes and fewer complications in real clinical settings.
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View Article and Find Full Text PDFUnlabelled: This brief report examines the feasibility of using formalin-embalmed cadavers in training medical students to use ultrasound guidance to access the subclavian. This novel educational approach is discussed in the context of the ongoing integration of point-of-care ultrasound training into medical education. Additionally, this report explores how cadavers can provide practical, effective, and hands-on skills training opportunities for medical students to learn to perform common clinical procedures under ultrasound guidance.
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