The labor games

Abstract

Objective: To develop and evaluate a simulation laboratory designed to stimulate learning and increase medical students' preparedness for an obstetrics and gynecology clinical clerkship. METHODS: Ninety-seven medical students participated in the games during their obstetrics and gynecology clerkship in 1 year. Using the resident-as-teacher model, students rotated through seven stations, each with a simulated obstetric task. Points were awarded at each station, and the student with the highest score won. Selfperceived proficiency level and general preparedness for the clerkship were evaluated through paired pregame and postgame assessments. RESULTS: Postassessment results showed statistically significant (P