TITLE:
Improving Postpartum Haemorrhage Management Using Simulation in Senegal: Midterm Results
AUTHORS:
Mamour Gueye, Moussa Diallo, Mame Diarra Ndiaye Gueye, Omar Gasama, Abdoul Aziz Diouf, Mouhamadou Mansour Niang, Mohamed Diadhiou, Astou Coly Niassy, Serigne Modou Kane Gueye, Marie Edouard Faye Dieme, Magatte Mbaye, Philippe Marc Moreira, Alassane Diouf, Jean Charles Moreau
KEYWORDS:
Emergency Obstetric Care, Postpartum Haemorrhage, Training, Simulation
JOURNAL NAME:
Open Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology,
Vol.7 No.13,
December
22,
2017
ABSTRACT: Objective: To assess a training approach in Emergency Obstetric
and Neonatal Care (EmONC) to strengthen skills of healthcare providers and
reduce maternal mortality. Materials and methods: The approach was based
on the skills training using the so-called “humanist” method and “life saving
skills”. Simulated practice took place in the classroom through thirteen
clinical stations summarizing the clinical skills on EmONC. The evaluation was
done in all phases and the results were recorded in a database to document the
progress of each learner. Results: We trained 432 providers in 10 months. The increase
in technical achievements of each participant was documented through a
database. The combination of training based on the model “learning by doing”
has ensured learning and mastering all EmONC skills particularly postpartum
haemorrhage management and reduced missed learning opportunities. Conclusion: The impact of training on postpartum haemorrhage management and maternal
mortality is a major challenge in terms of prospects.