Evaluation Of Training Effectiveness Research Articles

Evaluation of awareness of hypertension prevention and treatment knowledge before and after intensive training in physicians from hospitals at different levels in Xinjiang

Objective To investigate awareness of hypertension prevention and treatment knowledge in physicians from hospitals at varied levels in Xinjiang. Methods In total, 150 voluntary physicians were selected randomly from hospitals at varied levels in Xinjiang for an anonymous close-book baseline survey on hypertension knowledge with questionnaire. Then, an intensive training on hypertension prevention and treatment based on Guidelines on Prevention and Treatment for Hypertension in China was offered for them.After training, another survey was conducted among them with the same questionnaire to examine improvement in their awareness of hypertension prevention and treatment knowledge and evaluate effectiveness of the training. Results At baseline, 89. 3 percent (134/150) of physicians could correctly know diagnostic criteria for hypertension, 78. 3 percent ( 18/23 ) of them from primary-care hospitals, and 52. 0 percent (78/150) could correctly know level of blood pressure under control, only 34. 8 percent (8/23) of them from primary-care hospitals. Only 67 (44. 7% ) physicians surveyed could know criteria for non-antihypertensive drug treatment, 27 of then from secondary-care hospitals and nine from primary-care ones, significant less in that among those from tertiary-care ones ( 88. 6%, 31/35 ) ( P ＜ 0. 05 ). After training, their awareness of hypertension prevention and treatment knowledge improved significantly ( P ＜0. 01). Conclusions Awareness of hypertension prevention and treatment knowledge differed considerably in physicians from hospitals at varied levels, poorer in those from primary-care hospitals, and more importance should be attached to them, especially to those from primary-care hospitals. Key words: Hypertension; Questionnaires; In-service training

Evaluation of lower limb rehabilitation training effects in the patients with free fibula flap

To evaluate the effects of lower limb rehabilitation training of the patients with free fibula flap. Fifth-nine patients with free fibula flap were assigned to the intervention group (28 cases) and control group (31 cases). The patients in the intervention group underwent the lower limb rehabilitation training, but there was no training plan for the control group. The function of lower limbs were evaluated by Enneking questionnaire and physical examinations before operation, and 2 weeks and each month after operation till six months. The rate of ankle swelling in the intervention group (61%) was significantly lower than in the control group (84%) at the 3rd month after operation (P < 0.05). In the intervention group, the scores of ankle varus, valgus, muscle power of the great toe, the Enneking scores of self-feeling, walking ability and total scores were significantly higher than in the control group (P < 0.05). Postoperative rehabilitation training can promote the recovery of lower limb function for the patients with free fibula flap.

An evaluation study on the relevance and effectiveness of training activities in Northern Uganda

In-service training is required for quality health service delivery, particularly in a human resource constrained setting. However, detailed evaluation of training effectiveness is rarely conducted because the improved theoretical knowledge demonstrated by trainees during training is commonly used as a proxy indicator of effectiveness. This study focused on a trained health workforce in Northern Uganda. The retention of specifically-trained staff 12-15 months after attending training was examined, as was the relevance and usefulness of the training as perceived by the health workers. This cross-sectional descriptive study used a structured questionnaire to interview 104 health workers (mainly paramedics) who received training in the Northern Uganda Malaria, AIDS & HIV and TB Program in the period July 2007 to February 2008. Of the 104 interviewed health workers, 71% were still deployed at the original work site at the time of the interview and 87% reported they found the training event attended to be useful. However, any form of follow up was provided to only 40% of respondents, and 25% reported having attended another similar training event on the same topic at some point in time. All programs with a substantial training component should conduct a periodic methodical evaluation of the training.

On Exploring Method and Software for Evaluating Effectiveness of Military Training Aircraft

The evaluation of training effectiveness (TE) of military training aircraft, though obviously very important, appears to have attracted much less attention than what it deserves in the open literature. This article aims to start from previous studies and explore further. First, TE of military training aircraft is discussed and our ideas for evaluating TE which are expressed mathematically are proposed. Then, using the presented mathematical models, software is developed that takes into consideration the influence of parameters of flight performance and quality on TE. The software's environment is Borland C++ and it sets up the parameters of trainer, training standard databases and training documents; it can analyze and then give the operational cost and cost-effectiveness ratio of military trainer. Finally, the software is utilized to compare the TEs of HAWK and MB339 with that of Chinese Air Force TF-6. The results of comparison show that the TE of TF-6 is the lowest.

Evaluation of the training effect of CPR for relatives of patients with high-risk sudden cardiacdeath

Objective To investigate the training effect of CPR for relatives of patients with high-risk sudden cardiac death. Methods 35 patients with sudden cardiac death whose relatives did not re-ceived systematic CPR training were set as the control group, 35 patients of the same kind whose relatives received systematic CPR training were named as the experimental group. The resuscitation effect and emer-gency response time of the two groups were compared and the results underwent t test. Results The re-suscitation effect and emergency response time in the experimental group was obviously better than those of the control group. Conclusions CPR training for the first witness of patients with high-risk sudden cardiac death can significantly increase the pre-hospital rescue rate of sudden cardiac death. Key words: The first witness; Sudden cardiac death; CPR; Training

Evaluation of the Executive Training for Research Application (EXTRA) Program: Design and Early Findings

The authors of this paper describe the EXTRA Program, its intended outcomes, the approach they used to evaluate the program and some initial findings regarding the program's effects on the EXTRA fellows after the initial two-year period. The program's mission is to develop capacity and leadership to optimize the use of research-based evidence in Canadian healthcare organizations. Using Kirkpatrick's four-level model for evaluating training effectiveness, the authors conclude that after two years the program appears to be having the desired effects on the fellows. There is now a need to develop a richer understanding of the effects within the host organizations and to consider ways of transferring the new knowledge to other healthcare organizations outside the EXTRA Program umbrella.

Customizing and Implementing Training Evaluation

One barrier that human resource managers may face in evaluating their training programs is lack of expertise in how to customize and implement an evaluation model. Using a case study approach, we conducted a research study to document the process and results of customizing and implementing a training program evaluation model in an organization. In this article, we describe the steps that the HRD managers in one organization used to customize and implement the Training Effectiveness Evaluation (TEE) model (Swanson & Sleezer, 1987), and the decisions and actions that were required to move from the model to actual practice. We also describe how the decisions and actions in implementing the model influenced the evaluation results. When the project began, the HRD managers lacked expertise in customizing and implementing an evaluation model. By the end of the project, they had overcome this barrier and gained new skills. They had learned to use the tools of the TEE model and had customized the model to meet the needs of their organization.

Using Performance Indicators to Evaluate Training Effectiveness: Lessons Learned

There is always a general interest in the evaluation of the effects of training on the overall goals of an organization. This paper describes an approach being taken in the nuclear power industry concerning the effectiveness of training on safety. Several approaches to the development of performance indicators as means for monitoring this effectiveness are described. We conclude that the structured use of the opinions of subject–matter experts is virtually the only way to permit success.

What Should High-Risk Operations Evaluate Relative To Safety And Safety Training

This article presents a concise argument for strategic planning for training effectiveness evaluation for high–risk operations including nuclear power training. The article looks at external criteria for such evaluation including considerations of: (1) the safety of the general population, (2) the safety of employees, and (3) the cost–effective delivery of the organization's products and services (e.g., the delivery of energy).

A Taxonomic Approach to Integrating Job Analysis with Training Front-End Analysis

This article poses the following two questions relating to training effectiveness evaluation: (1) Are the appropriate and needed knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics being trained? and (2) Do the skill levels obtained meet the minimum requirements of the job? This article presents these questions, and seeks to address processes that need to be developed in order to collect appropriate data and supporting algorithms for analyses.

The Physiological Assessment of VE Training System Fidelity

This paper describes the Training Effectiveness Evaluation with neurophysiological metrics: Fidelity Assessment of VE Training Systems (TEE-FAST) framework, which offers a comprehensive assessment of physical, functional and psychological fidelity of VE training systems. TEE-FAST evaluates at the cue level how information is presented to users and how users respond, both behaviorally and physiologically, in both a VE training environment and the related operational (or live training) environment. The differences in cue presentation and user responses across VE and live tasks are evaluated to determine how effective a VE training system is at targeting specified training goals. Evaluation outcomes provide targeted design guidance regarding training utility related to each specified training goal, as well as redesign recommendations to enhance VE system fidelity and training utility.

Effects of ergonomics-based wafer-handling training on reduction in musculoskeletal disorders among wafer handlers

This study was aimed at better understanding of the effects of ergonomics-based wafer-handling training in a semiconductor fab. The 400 female wafer handlers were given 2 h of the ergonomics-based wafer-handling training course. The identified risk factor ratio (IRFR) in the workplace and workers' musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) were collected before and after the training. The qualitative efficacy of the training was also obtained through a questionnaire. The responses to the questionnaire reflect the generally positive attitude of the workers towards the training. The results of the IRFR from pre- to immediately post-training proved that the implementation of the training significantly increased safe behavior in work practices. One year after training, no significant decreases in the prevalence of MSDs were found for any body parts except the legs. This ergonomics-based training intervention is considered as a success to reduce risk factors associated with improper work methods and postures, but little data could validate its effectiveness on prevention of all the MSD problems. Relevance to industry This study demonstrates a systematic approach for examining effects of ergonomics-based wafer-handling training tailored for female fab workers on reductions in work-related risk factors and their musculoskeletal disorders. Although the training course and effect evaluation methods are developed for the semiconductor industry, other similar industries can refer to this paper to design their own ergonomic training courses and evaluate the effects of the training interventions in practice.

Beta‐binomial/Poisson regression models for repeated bivariate counts

We analyze data obtained from a study designed to evaluate training effects on the performance of certain motor activities of Parkinson's disease patients. Maximum likelihood methods were used to fit beta-binomial/Poisson regression models tailored to evaluate the effects of training on the numbers of attempted and successful specified manual movements in 1 min periods, controlling for disease stage and use of the preferred hand. We extend models previously considered by other authors in univariate settings to account for the repeated measures nature of the data. The results suggest that the expected number of attempts and successes increase with training, except for patients with advanced stages of the disease using the non-preferred hand.

One Strategy to Reduce Medication Errors

This study sought to evaluate the impact of an online self-learning module on nurse knowledge and use of the Lexi-Comp feature of the Pyxis MedStation Rx 2000 system, a point-of-care medication delivery system. Data were collected among nurse-users at a community-based healthcare organization (N = 41). Pre- and post-training surveys were used to evaluate training effects. After training, completion of the tutorial and knowledge and use of the Lexi-Comp feature increased by 23% and 56%, respectively. One month after training, a drop in medication errors on administration at the healthcare organization was observed. These findings suggest that use of evaluative and instructional tools would improve integration of technology and clinical practice and improve patient outcomes in medication error reduction.

Is your Worker Training Effective?

Significant increases in herd size in the dairy industry have resulted in hired labor providing primary care and management of the cows guided by protocols. Worker training programs have been instituted to provide workers with an understanding of the hows and whys of the protocols they are asked to follow. The ultimate goal of training is to have competent workers carrying out best management practices on the dairy in a manner that promotes the health, well-being and productivity of cows in the herd. This paper describes evaluation of worker training effectiveness that includes assessment of knowledge and skill acquisition, reduction of protocol drift and monitoring of worker behavior and animal health and productivity. Veterinary practitioners have a great opportunity to facilitate worker training sessions and monitoring to provide a complete, effective worker training program to the dairies they serve.

Evaluation of Training Effectiveness by Questionnaire

Evaluation of Training Effectiveness by Questionnaire

Nationwide satellite training for public health professionals: Web-based follow-up

Few studies have rigorously evaluated the effectiveness of health-related continuing education using satellite distribution. This study assessed participants' professional characteristics and their changes in knowledge, attitudes, and actions taken after viewing a public health preparedness training course on mass vaccination broadcast nationally by satellite. A three-part survey design was used to evaluate training effectiveness. Paper-based questionnaires were distributed at a stratified sample of downlink facilities to collect knowledge and attitude responses before and after the broadcast. Six weeks later, willing participants were invited by e-mail to complete a Web-based follow-up questionnaire to assess actions taken as a result of viewing the broadcast. Paired t-tests and McNemar's chi-square were used to compare changes in attitude from before to after the broadcast, after the broadcast to follow-up, and before the broadcast to follow-up. A total of 544 paper-based questionnaires were received from 59 of 70 sampled sites. The pre- and post assessments administered the day of the broadcast demonstrated statistically significant knowledge gain (p < .001) and an increased belief immediately following the broadcast that mass vaccination clinics are important to their organizations' public health activities (p < .001). Of the 291 respondents who completed the follow-up online questionnaire, 44% (n = 128) reported they implemented or planned some form of action after the broadcast. Reported actions were higher among public health workers most likely to be directly involved in preparedness and immunization activities. This evaluation assessed (1) participants' professional characteristics, (2) knowledge gain, (3) self-reported actions taken following the broadcast, (4) program satisfaction, and (5) suggested improvements for future satellite broadcast programs. The study's methodology of using a Web-based survey for follow-up is a relatively economical tool for assessing longer-term continuing education program objectives.

Performance testing in mountaineering

Laboratory ergometry to exhaustion allows cardiopulmonal risk assessment for the prevention of health problems related to mountaineering. Moreover, exercise testing evaluates functional status, so permitting individualized training programs and evaluation of training effects. Additionally, mountaineering-specific performance diagnosis allows individual as well as group-specific determination of exercise performance related to field conditions. Laboratory tests are standardized, easy to perform and cost effective. Treadmill ergometry with constant walking speed and increasing inclination is suggested to be predictive for mountaineering performance. On the other hand, the validity for the specific conditions for mountaineering is questionable. Standardized laboratory exercise tests combined with sport-specific exercise tests provide rough information on the ability to sustain real-situation strain. To compare individual exercise performance, published data tables obtained from field tests may be used. It must, however, be mentioned that high-altitude-adaptation is independent of exercise performance evaluated separately.

Electrical Stimulation of Denervated Muscles: First Results of a Clinical Study

To evaluate the effects of electrical stimulation on denervated muscles in spinal cord injured humans, the EU Project RISE was started in 2001. The aims of this project are: to design and build sufficient stimulators; to develop stimulation protocols by means of mathematical models, animal experiments, and practice in humans with denervated lower limbs; to develop examination methods and devices for evaluation of electrical stimulation training effects; and to acquire basic scientific knowledge on denervated and stimulated denervated muscle. In the clinical study 27 spinal cord injured individuals were included, furthermore 13 pilot patients participated. After a series of initial examinations they underwent an electrical stimulation program for their denervated lower limb muscles. Some of the patients have already follow up examinations. A marked increase of muscle mass and quality was observed, the trophic situation of the denervated lower limbs had improved obviously.

Evaluation of the Clinical Training Effects of AIDS Nursing in Nurses

目的 评价护理人员艾滋病临床护理实践的培训效果.方法采用自设艾滋病知识问卷,对学员进行培训前后发放问卷,以匿名形式进行答卷.在培训方式、时间、内容、师资等方面做最佳安排.结果培训后学员对艾滋病综合知识及各分项知识比培训前大有提高,培训整体效果满意.结论培训可以解决艾滋病相关知识缺乏问题,这种培训方式在护理人员艾滋病培训中值得推广。