INTRODUCTION There is paucity in the research on transfer validity of arthroscopic simulator training. The aim of this article is to determine whether skills derived from arthroscopic simulation are transferrable to the operating theatre and retained over time. METHODS A systematic review with rigorous criteria to identify the highest level of evidence available was carried out. The studies w...

visual training includes special practices that improve eye performance of control and coordination. this training is used to enhance visual function in sports performances. the aim of this study was to examine the effect of a visual training course on volleyball serve reception skill. 40 high school students (17-19 years old) were selected randomly and divided into four groups: visual training...

In this study, nursing students underwent simulation training with the aim of assessing the effects of post-simulation debriefing using a clinical judgment rubric to evaluate clinical judgment, communication, and skill performance. There were statistically significant differences between-group differences in participants’ clinical judgment and communication. However, no statistically significan...

introduction: establishment of effective communication between the clinician and patient is essential in order to increase the effectiveness of treatment. these skills have been less investigated among dental students. this study aimed to evaluate communication skills of dental students in shiraz with patients through direct observation, patients’ perspectives and students’ self-assessments. me...

BACKGROUND With the development of pharmacotherapy and radiotherapy, cancer treatment is being shifted from surgical to outpatient services, consequently increasing insurance-covered pharmacies' frequency of dealing with cancer patients. As the psychology of these patients is complex, it is necessary for pharmacists to educate them in consideration of their cognitive/medical and psychosocial as...

The objectives of the present study were threefold: (1) the effects of training in /r/-/l/ perceptual identification on /r/-/l/ production; (2) the effects of training in /r/-/l/ production on /r/-/l/ perceptual identification; and (3) the effects of perceptual and production training on learners’ motivation to study English. Results indicate that both the perceptual and the production training...