Using mental imagery to enhance non-technical skills in anaesthesia residents
Official title: Impact of Mental Imagery of Cognitive Neonatal Resuscitation Aid Compared to Simple Reading on the Non-technical Skills of Anaesthesia Residents Six Months After Initial Training: a Randomized Study
Run by Reims University hospital · NCT06954519 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study tests if using mental imagery exercises can help anaesthesia residents improve their decision-making, communication, and teamwork skills during neonatal resuscitation training.
Quick facts
| Study type | Interventional |
|---|---|
| Ages | 18 Years to 30 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 22 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Reims University hospital Academic / other |
| Locations | 2 sites (Reims, Grand Est and 1 other locations) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | March 27, 2025 |
| Main results expected | October 2025 |
| Study ends | October 2025 |
| Registry record updated | May 1, 2025 |
| Trial ID | NCT06954519 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates for this study are anaesthesia residents in their first to fourth year of training who are willing to participate.
✕Probably not a fit
Residents who are not volunteers or those in other specialties may not benefit from this study.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
What this trial studies
This randomized trial investigates whether mental imagery can improve non-technical skills among anaesthesia residents after initial training in neonatal resuscitation. Participants will be divided into two groups: one will engage in mental imagery exercises while the other will read a cognitive aid. Over six months, both groups will undergo repeated training sessions, and their skills will be evaluated through blind video assessments. The study aims to determine the effectiveness of mental imagery as a cognitive aid in enhancing decision-making, communication, and teamwork skills in emergency situations.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly enhance the non-technical skills of anaesthesia residents, leading to better patient outcomes in critical situations.
How similar studies have gone: Previous studies have shown promising results with mental imagery training in improving non-technical skills in medical settings, indicating potential for success in this approach.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Anesthesia residents in 1, 2, 3 o 4 year of training and volunteers Exclusion Criteria: * Residents not volunteer
Where it's running
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CHU de Reims
Reims, France Recruiting -
CHU de Reims
Reims, Grand Est, France Enrolling by invitation
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Daphné Michelet, Professor
- Email: dmichelet@chu-reims.fr
- Phone: +33 0326782537
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.