CompletedNot Applicable

The Impact of Gender Stereotypes on Fiberoptic Intubation Performance

Turkey (Türkiye)51 participantsStarted 2023-11-15

Plain-language summary

Gender bias and stereotypes have been recognized as pervasive factors influencing various aspects of society, including professional settings. Within the realm of medical practice, understanding the potential impacts of such biases on performance is of paramount importance. Anesthesiology, a field that demands technical precision, teamwork, and rapid decision-making, is not immune to the potential effects of gender stereotypes on performance outcomes. This study aims to explore the potential influence of gender stereotype manipulation and stereotype threat on the fiber-optic intubation (FOE) performance of female anesthesiology residents. Stereotype threat refers to the apprehension individuals experience when their actions or abilities are evaluated within the context of negative stereotypes associated with their social group. Such threat has been shown to adversely affect cognitive and motor performance in various domains. In medical education, where skills are honed through training, understanding the role of stereotype threat is crucial to fostering equitable learning environments and ensuring patient safety.

Who can participate

Age range

18 Years

Sex

ALL

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Inclusion criteria

.Residents in the Department of Anesthesiology and Reanimation at Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine, who have completed their initial year of residency and have prior experience in FOE.

Exclusion criteria

. Not meeting the above criteria
. Not willing to participate in the study

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1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
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6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?

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What they're measuring

Fİberoptic Intubation (FOE) Performance

Timeframe: During FOE simulation

Trial details

NCT IDNCT06138119

SponsorV.K.V. American Hospital, Istanbul

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeINTERVENTIONAL

Primary completion2023-11-17

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