About This Event

Effective interdisciplinary communication is essential for improving patient outcomes yet remains a challenge in complex healthcare systems. Shared mental models empower teams to create common goals, make informed decisions, and provide optimal care. Presenters will describe the development and benefits of a standardized mental model framework and apply this to improving pediatric sepsis recognition and timely resuscitation. 

Learning Objectives

• Describe the benefits of utilizing a shared mental model framework in the clinical setting. 
• Identify factors that facilitate congruent shared mental models among health care teams. 
• Discuss strategies to successfully implement a shared mental model framework. 
• Recognize the importance of utilizing a shared mental model framework to improve pediatric sepsis outcomes.