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Educational Technologies and Video Algorithms at Medical University – Varna, Bulgaria

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Video-learning (in the form of video films), when properly integrated into the curriculum, can make learning much more engaging and successful for medical and healthcare students. The aim of the present study was to compare the efficacy of learning practical skills (Holter placement) in Nursing students. The students were divided into two groups of 8 students each. The first group was given an algorithm on paper, and the second group - a specially made video film. The results showed that the acquisition of this medical manipulation was more effective in the students having access to the video film. 87.5% of the students who watched the film did well on the post-test, compared to 50% of the second group. When retesting after 14 days, the results show durability of the knowledge gained (<0.001). Students learning through a video lesson show higher satisfaction and retention of knowledge and skills. The results of the current study found that video triggers can be used effectively to capture learners’ attention and deliver a visual lesson. However, threshold motivation is required for active learning to be successful.

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This Research was Funded by the National Science Fund of Bulgaria (Scientific Project “Investigation of the Application of New Mathematical Methods for the Analysis of Cardiac Data”), Grant Number KP-06-N22/5, 07.12.2018.

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Appendix 1.

Basic steps

  1. I

    Preparation for Holter ECG insertion

    1. 1.

      Before insertion, the patient should choose looser and more comfortable clothes.

    2. 2.

      Inform the patient that the Holter should not get wet (you must not shower for 24 h).

    3. 3.

      Advise the patient to avoid contact with electrical devices (talk with headphones on the phone if possible as the device may be affected by electrical and magnetic devices);

    4. 4.

      During the study – within those 24 h – the patient keeps a diary of activities.

    5. 5.

      The day should proceed normally with physical activity and sports included, to see the reaction of the heart in these conditions.

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    Holter placement

    • Position the patient (sitting or lying down);

    • Clean the electrode insertion site with alcohol swab;

    • Place the electrodes along the midline of the clavicle;

    • At the level of the third intercostal space along the medio-clavicular line;

    • Anterior axillary line;

    • Mid axillary line;

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    • Place the halter in the special case;

    • Ask the patient how he is feeling and if he has any further questions;

    • Let the patient know when to come to have the Holter device removed.

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Dimitrova, D., Bogdanova, G., Georgieva-Tsaneva, G., Gospodinova, E. (2023). Educational Technologies and Video Algorithms at Medical University – Varna, Bulgaria. In: Kubincová, Z., Caruso, F., Kim, Te., Ivanova, M., Lancia, L., Pellegrino, M.A. (eds) Methodologies and Intelligent Systems for Technology Enhanced Learning, Workshops - 13th International Conference. MIS4TEL 2023. Lecture Notes in Networks and Systems, vol 769. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-42134-1_20

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