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Title: Awareness, impact and hands-on experience of medical students about technology based practical at electrophysiology power lab.
Authors: Tooba Noor, Shabitul Aisha Khan, Zaeem Ahmed Nizami
Journal: The Professional Medical Journal (TPMJ)
Publisher: Independent Medical College, Faisalabad- Pakistan
Country: Pakistan
Year: 2023
Volume: 30
Issue: 3
Language: English
DOI: 10.29309/TPMJ/2023.30.03.7280
Keywords: LearningMedical StudentsMedical EducationPowerlabElectrophysiology
Objective: To assess the level of interest, the attitude and hands-on experience of PowerLab among the medical students of Karachi. Study Design: Cross-sectional study. Setting: Dow International Medical College, Dow University of Health Sciences. Period: September to November 2021. Material & Methods: Among 360 medical students investigated the awareness and perceptions of the PowerLab system. The data were entered and analyzed on Microsoft Excel version 2016. Statistical summaries and data analysis were made using Likert scales, percentages, and the Chi-squared test. Results: A total of 360 medical students participated in this study. Mean age was 20 years ± 1.4 years. Majority of students (53.6%) were from first professional year. Out of 360 students, 322 (89%) have heard of the PowerLab system. A statistically strong correlation (p-value ≤ 0.001) was found between the perceived level of adeptness of the teaching staff with the students’ understanding of the PowerLab system. Conclusion: The study showed that students require more hands-on exposure when using PowerLab to develop a greater appreciation for the instrument. The results also suggested the importance of well-trained staff to ensure students receive a quality education that meets international standards.
To assess the level of interest, the attitude, and hands-on experience of medical students in Karachi with the PowerLab system.
Cross-sectional study conducted at Dow International Medical College, Dow University of Health Sciences, from September to November 2021. A self-administered proforma was used to collect data from 360 medical students. Data analysis involved Microsoft Excel, Likert scales, percentages, and the Chi-squared test.
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The study highlights that while medical students are aware of PowerLab, they lack confidence in its practical application. The effectiveness of PowerLab is significantly influenced by well-trained teaching staff. Students' interest in new technologies is linked to their ability to apply learned concepts. The perceived lack of international standard resources may hinder engagement.
- 89% of students had heard of the PowerLab system.
- A strong correlation (p < 0.001) exists between the perceived adeptness of teaching staff and students' understanding of PowerLab.
- Students desire more hands-on exposure to PowerLab for better appreciation of the instrument.
- Many students were not confident in running or setting up the equipment, despite prior exposure.
- Students expressed that the available PowerLab resources did not meet international standards.
The study emphasizes the importance of trained PowerLab staff for quality teaching and the need for students to have sufficient hands-on opportunities. Further interventional and pre/post-training studies on faculty are recommended to improve PowerLab utilization in medical education.
- The study was conducted from September to November 2021. (Confirmed)
- A total of 360 medical students participated in the study. (Confirmed)
- 89% of students had heard of the PowerLab system. (Confirmed)
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