Using simulation to train orthopaedic trainees in non-technical skills: A pilot study

Table 1 Examples of scenarios used

Setting	Scenario
Clinic	Discussing a surgical complication with an upset patient
Clinic	Breaking bad news to an anxious patient
Operating room	Managing a large team in crisis during a bone cement implantation reaction
Operating room	Dealing with an intoxicated senior colleague
Ward	Managing team members in a critically ill patient setting
Ward	Making a complex referral to an obstructive colleague

Table 2 Non-technical skills perceptions questionnaire

Please indicate how inclined you are to agree with the following statements
I have a good understanding of non-technical skills
Non-technical skills are important in orthopaedic training
Non-technical skills simulation should be an integral part of orthopaedic training

Table 3 Course evaluation questionnaire

Please indicate how inclined you are to agree with the following statements
I enjoyed this simulation day
It was useful to reflect on my performance
The course met the initial aims as presented in the introductory lecture
I thought the simulation scenarios were realistic
Simulation provided an unthreatening learning environment
This course will improve my team working
This course will improve my practice in terms of patient care
This course will improve my practice in terms of patient safety

Table 4 Results of the course evaluation questionnaire

Please indicate how inclined you are to agree with the following statements	Agree or strongly agree (%)
I enjoyed this simulation day	100
It was useful to reflect on my performance	100
The course met the initial aims as presented in the introductory lecture	100
I thought the simulation scenarios were realistic	92
Simulation provided an unthreatening learning environment	96
This course will improve my team working	88
This course will improve my practice in terms of patient care	88
This course will improve my practice in terms of patient safety	88