Resuscitating paediatric induction: an action research approach

Objectives To establish teaching objectives, methods and assessment for a p aediatric induction programme. Design Action research over a 2-year period. Participants 88 doctors from three hospitals. Main outcome measures These were end-of-course evaluations, using Likert sc ales, and free comments; independent evaluation by the West Midlands Deaner y 4 months after courses, in which participating and non-participating unit s were compared, and summative assessment of trainees involving multiple-ch oice questions, a basic life-support scenario and an illness scenario. Results 88 participants attended four 3-day courses over 2 years. Mean sati sfaction ratings were very high for content, personal value, and presentati on. There was a significant rise in Deanery evaluation scores, compared wit h non-significant change in other hospitals, and there were excellent pass rates for trainees. Conclusions Trainees strongly approve of induction with clear objectives, a ctive teaching, and validated assessment.