Cognitive Aid App Design and Speed During Critical Events
Author Information
Author(s): Still Brady, Clebone Anna
Primary Institution: University of Chicago
Hypothesis
The design of an electronic pediatric critical event app will decrease the time to find critical information.
Conclusion
A well-designed cognitive aid mobile application led to faster information acquisition during critical events compared to a control design.
Supporting Evidence
- Subjects found information more quickly using the experimental app compared to the control app.
- The median time to find information was 6 seconds for the experimental app and 10.5 seconds for the control app.
- The study involved a convenience sample of anesthesia providers.
Takeaway
This study shows that a better-designed app helps doctors find important information faster during emergencies.
Methodology
Data was collected from anesthesia providers using two app designs in a simulated environment, measuring the time taken to find information.
Limitations
The study was conducted in a low-fidelity simulation and may not reflect real-world conditions.
Participant Demographics
Participants included five faculty anesthesiologists, two residents, and one fellow, with a mean age of 36.
Statistical Information
P-Value
0.023
Statistical Significance
p=0.023
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
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