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The Impact of Script Concordance Testing on Clinical Decision-Making in Paramedic Education

This study investigates the effectiveness of the Script Concordance Test (SCT) in enhancing clinical reasoning skills within paramedic education. Focusing on the Medical University of Lublin, we evaluated the SCT's application across two cohorts of paramedic students, aiming to understand its p...

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Published in:Healthcare (Basel) 2024-01, Vol.12 (2), p.282
Main Authors: Naylor, Katarzyna, Hislop, Jane, Torres, Kamil, Mani, Zakaria A, Goniewicz, Krzysztof
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description This study investigates the effectiveness of the Script Concordance Test (SCT) in enhancing clinical reasoning skills within paramedic education. Focusing on the Medical University of Lublin, we evaluated the SCT's application across two cohorts of paramedic students, aiming to understand its potential to improve decision-making skills in emergency scenarios. Our approach, informed by Van der Vleuten's assessment framework, revealed that while the SCT's correlation with traditional methods like multiple-choice questions (MCQs) was limited, its formative nature significantly contributed to improved performance in summative assessments. These findings suggest that the SCT can be an effective tool in paramedic training, particularly in strengthening cognitive abilities critical for emergency responses. The study underscores the importance of incorporating innovative assessment tools like SCTs in paramedic curricula, not only to enhance clinical reasoning but also to prepare students for effective emergency responses. Our research contributes to the ongoing efforts in refining paramedic education and highlights the need for versatile assessment strategies in preparing future healthcare professionals for diverse clinical challenges.
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clinical reasoning
Comparative analysis
Decision-making
Education
Educational aspects
educational impact
Educational objectives
Educational tests and measurements
Ethics
Examinations
feasibility
First aid
formative assessment
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Medical personnel
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Reasoning
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title The Impact of Script Concordance Testing on Clinical Decision-Making in Paramedic Education
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