SCCM Resource Library-How to Adapt Critical Care Training for the Next Generation

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The article highlights the challenges and strategies in adapting critical care training for Generation Z, focusing on the generational differences that affect educational styles and workplace dynamics. With five generations currently involved in critical care, misunderstandings may occur due to differing motivations, communication methods, and coping mechanisms.<br /><br />The Society of Critical Care Medicine hosted a session at the 2024 Critical Care Congress to explore training strategies for Gen Z, recognizing their reliance on technology and the potential dependency issues that arise. A significant concern is Gen Z's immediate recourse to smartphones for knowledge gaps, which can hinder critical thinking development.<br /><br />Feedback mechanisms also pose challenges. Educators worry about Gen Z’s perceived emotional fragility, potentially impacting their capacity to engage with constructive criticism. The session suggested giving actionable feedback and normalizing learning from mistakes to help build resilience.<br /><br />Other issues include well-being and burnout, with generations viewing these topics differently. Understanding a Gen Z trainee's perspective on terms like burnout is essential for fostering a supportive educational atmosphere. The role of social media in mental health discussions and the promotion of peer support groups were also highlighted as solutions. <br /><br />Moreover, the article discusses classroom engagement, emphasizing hands-on activities and digital engagement through gamification and podcasts to cater to Gen Z's learning preferences. Technology-enhanced learning, though beneficial, requires older generations to adapt to these approaches.<br /><br />Finally, establishing boundaries for communication was noted as crucial, given Gen Z's tendency to contact educators around the clock. Overall, the report underscores the need for research and flexibility in education approaches to bridge generational gaps and optimize training for the next wave of critical care professionals.

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Professional Development and Education, 2024, 0:10:34

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"This article was first published in the Summer 2024 issue of Critical Connections.

Generational differences in critical care training can affect trainees’ learning strategies, motivation, resilience, communication methods, and coping mechanisms. These differences also affect educators’ teaching approaches. Each generation shares its own expectations, views, motivations, work ethic, and educational style, which can cause gaps in intergenerational interaction.

Critical Connections, the critical care industry’s only newsmagazine, provides information on cutting-edge topics in critical care useful to the entire multiprofessional team."

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