Intro
Foreword
Preface
Contents
Contributors
Part I: History of ECMO & ECMO Simulation
1: ECMO from Conception to Execution
Introduction
Birth of an Idea
Development of Perfusion Technology
Conclusions
References
2: Simulating ECMO: Rationale and Genesis
Rationale for Simulating ECMO
Genesis of ECMO Simulation
Core Developmental Strategies
Lessons Learned
Human and System Performance Assessment During ECMO Simulation
Program Assessment
Looking to the Future (The Future Is Now)
Summary
References

Part II: Educational Theory Behind ECMO Simulation
3: The Critical Role of Simulation in ECMO Education
Introduction
Simulation in Medical Education
Adult Learning Theory
Andragogy
Social Learning Theories
Constructivism
Cognitivism
Transformative
Experiential
Procedural Skills Training
Simulation in Medical Education
Simulation as Part of an Overarching ECMO Educational Curriculum
Creation of Goals and Objectives Based on Institutional Needs
Use of Simulation for Low-Frequency, High-Risk Events and Review of Rare Cases

Use of Simulation for Implementation of Programmatic Changes
Creation of Goals and Objectives Based on Learner Population
Matching Goals to Instructional Methods
How to Incorporate Procedural/Technical Skills training into an ECMO Program
Benefits of Simulation on Cognition
Critical Thinking Under Stress
Benefits of ECMO Simulation on IPE Teamwork
Interprofessional
Current ELSO guidelines for Simulation Training
Potential Role for Simulation in Assessment of ECMO Providers
Conclusion
References

4: A Conceptual Framework for Development of a Simulation-Enhanced ECMO Training Program: Use of a Zone-Based Framework
Introduction
Zone-Based Framework for Simulation-Enhanced Training
Overall Framework for Simulation-Enhanced ECMO Training
Development of Psychomotor Skills
Development of Cognitive Skills
Development of Teamwork Skills
Summary
References
5: Brain-Based Learning
Introduction
Brain-Based Learning
Conclusion
References
6: Designing an ECMO Simulation Curriculum
Introduction
Curriculum Development

Components of an ECMO Simulation Curriculum
Extracorporeal Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
Physiologic Framework for ECMO Complications
ECMO Preload
ECMO Pump "Contractility"
ECMO Afterload
Considerations
Conclusions
References
Part III: Technology for ECMO Simulation
7: Innovations and Options for ECMO Simulation
Introduction
Definitions
Foundational Knowledge and Skills Acquired Through Low Physical Resemblance, Low Functional Task Alignment Simulation
Development of Psychomotor and Critical Thinking Skills
Development of Surgical Cannulation Skills