Effect of high-fidelity simulation on alpha-amylase activity and concentrations of secretory immunoglobulin class A, cortisol, and testosterone among medical students

Purpose High-fidelity simulation calls heavily upon cognitive capacities and generates stress and anxiety. The objective of this prospective, observational study was to evaluate the degree of stress in medical students by measuring hormone levels during critical care classes. Methods Overall, 55 students (senior years of medical faculty) of both sexes were divided into 5-person teams. Demographic data and information on diagnosed diseases,...