Using the literature to quantify the learning curve: a case study.

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OBJECTIVES: The aim of this study was to assess whether a literature review of a technology can allow a learning curve to be quantified. METHODS: The literature for fiberoptic intubation was searched for studies reporting information relevant to the learning curve. The Cochrane Library, Medline, Embase, and Science Citation index were searched. Studies that reported a procedure time were included. Data were abstracted on the three features of learning: initial level, rate of learning, and as...

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Authors: Cook, J; Ramsay, C; Fayers, P

• Publication status: Published
• Journal: International journal of technology assessment in health care
• Volume: 23
• Issue: 2
• Pages: 255-260
• Publication date: 2007-01-01
• DOI: 10.1017/s0266462307070341
• EISSN: 1471-6348
• ISSN: 0266-4623
• Language: English
• Keywords: Humans; Organizational Case Studies; Fiber Optic Technology; Intubation, Intratracheal; Norway; Learning