PEDIATRIX SAFE KIDS: Serious Game on the safety of pediatric patients

Abstract

Objective: To create and validate a mobile application of Serious Game to support the education of companions about pediatric patient safety actions. Method: Technological study with a framework based on Instructional Design. The application content was developed based on the findings of focus groups carried out with the companions of pediatric patients in October 2023, and theoretical contribution that included the international patient safety goals and scientific evidence. Judges validated the content between October 2023 and January 2024. Results: The mobile application of Serious Game in the format of quiz was called “Pediatrix safe kids” and has characters and icons. The final version of the mobile application contains 102 question screens, grouped into seven sections, with random access. The content validation stage took place with the 14 judges in two rounds, which presented an IVC > 0.80. Conclusion: The mobile application “Pediatrix safe kids” can help in the learning process of pediatric companions in a playful way in search for safe care.