AUTHOR=Xu Zhou-wei , Chen Wei-dong , Wang Kai-qiang , Zhao Tian-le , Xu Yu-chen , Wang Xing-yu 

TITLE=Application of CPBL combined with mind mapping in acute abdomen clinical training to improve post-training competence

JOURNAL=Frontiers in Medicine

VOLUME=Volume 12 - 2025

YEAR=2025

URL=https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/medicine/articles/10.3389/fmed.2025.1565531

DOI=10.3389/fmed.2025.1565531

ISSN=2296-858X

ABSTRACT=ObjectiveThis thesis explores the application model and impact of CPBL combined with mind mapping teaching method on the job competency of trainees during internships of acute abdomen.MethodologyA total of 216 interns rotating through the emergency surgery department at Anhui Medical University’s First Affiliated Hospital from April 2023 to September 2024 were selected as research subjects. They were randomly divided into a CPBL combined with mind mapping teaching group and a traditional lecture-based learning teaching group. During the rotation, they completed Mini-CEX, DOPS, teaching compliance, and satisfaction assessments.ResultsThere was no significant difference in general information between the control group and the observation group. Both groups of interns demonstrated good cooperation in their respective teaching activities and made significant progress. The observation group scored higher in patient reception and clinical skills operations, and reported higher satisfaction with the teaching.ConclusionReceiving CPBL combined with mind mapping teaching is more effective in enhancing the job competency of interns in the treatment of acute abdomen compared to traditional lecture-based learning teaching, demonstrating valuable potential for promotion in clinical teaching.