To assess the level of merit and practicality of an innovative and specialized course with the objective to reduce mortality in trauma patients (European Trauma Course in Poland. Evaluation of implementation).

INTRODUCTION

Trauma is one of the leading causes of death in the European Union. The European Trauma Course (ETC) is a training course that focuses on administering aid to trauma patients in a Hospital's Emergency Department by creating an effective and well-organized trauma team. The purpose of the study is to analyze how the ETC training is evaluated by its participants and whether it is tailored to local needs.

MATERIALS AND METHODOLOGY

The study includes eight courses conducted between 2010 and 2015, involving 109 medical professionals. Participants were given questionnaires where they could evaluate the various aspects of the course and comment on each of them, using a four-level scale. Finally, 78 surveys were qualified for the study.

RESULTS

The exercises were very highly rated (average 3.79 points), mainly for their interesting scenarios and station preparation. Equally well-evaluated was the short and concise method of instruction. The lowest ranked aspect was the course fee (2.41 points). There were o en negative comments about the use of English during the training (lectures and manuals).

DISCUSSION

The opinions of Polish students were similar to those of ETC participants in other European countries. ere are many interesting advantages of workshop scenarios, while the downside is the time constraint. Nevertheless, the ETC has been very successful. High ratings and positive feedback affirm the high demand for such courses in Poland.