Abstract:
Suction skills are essential for physiotherapists to practice correctly. The use of suction models in learning is crucial. Currently, suction models are generally expensive, limiting their use in education. Researchers developed a low-cost suction model for practicing phlegm suctioning, particularly for physiotherapy student education. The objectives were to study the effectiveness of the developed suction model and to assess user satisfaction. The study involved 50 third-year physiotherapy students. Research tools included an assessment of the suction model's effectiveness and an evaluation of user satisfaction. The study found that the average effectiveness of the suction model was very high (4.69 ± 0.47 points), and overall user satisfaction was also very high (4.58 ± 0.50 points). In conclusion, the developed suction model for practicing phlegm suctioning can effectively enhance the skills of physiotherapy students before they practice on real patients.