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A Framework to Develop an Immersive Virtual Reality Simulation Tool for Postpartum Hemorrhage Management Nurse
Zhipeng Lu1, Wenjin Wang, Jose Fernando Florez-Arango
1About the Authors Zhipeng Lu, PhD, MArch, is associate director, Center for Health Systems & Design, and assistant professor, Department of Architecture, Texas A&M University, College Station, Texas. Wenjin Wang, MDes, is a PhD student, Department of Architecture, Texas A&M University. Jose Fernando Florez-Arango, MD, MS, PhD, is assistant professor, Department of Population Health Sciences, Weill Cornell Medicine, New York, New York. Jinsil Hwaryoung Seo, PhD, is director, Institute for Applied Creativity; associate professor, School of Performance, Visualization & Fine Art; and fellow, Center for Health Systems & Design, Texas A&M University. D. Kirk Hamilton, PhD, Emeritus FAIA & FACHA, FCCM, is professor emeritus, Department of Architecture, and fellow, Center for Health Systems & Design, Texas A&M University. Elizabeth Wells-Beede, PhD, RN, C-EFM, CHSE-A, CNE, ACUE, FAAN, is clinical associate professor, School of Nursing, and fellow, Center for Health Systems & Design, Texas A&M University. This study is supported by the T3 Grant sponsored by Texas A&M University. For more information, contact Dr. Lu at luzhipeng@live.com .
This study proposes an innovative virtual reality (VR) simulator for postpartum hemorrhage (PPH) management training. This immersive tool aims to enhance nurses
Area of Science:
- Medical Simulation
- Nursing Education
- Women's Health Technology
Background:
- Postpartum hemorrhage (PPH) is a primary cause of maternal mortality and morbidity worldwide.
- Effective management of PPH is critical for improving maternal outcomes.
- Current PPH management training methods may lack realism and standardized feedback.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present a framework for developing an innovative immersive virtual reality (VR) simulator for PPH management training.
- To outline the key components of the proposed VR simulator, including a virtual world and a smart platform.
- To highlight the potential of VR technology in enhancing nurses' preparedness for PPH emergencies.
Main Methods:
- The proposed simulator integrates a virtual world with simulated patients, environments, and social interactions.
- A smart platform will provide adaptive scenarios, automated instructions, and intelligent performance debriefing.
- The framework focuses on creating a realistic and interactive training experience.
Main Results:
- The development framework outlines a comprehensive VR simulator for PPH management.
- The simulator's design emphasizes realistic practice environments and intelligent feedback mechanisms.
- This approach facilitates skill acquisition and confidence in managing PPH.
Conclusions:
- The proposed immersive VR simulator offers a novel approach to PPH management training for nurses.
- This technology has the potential to significantly improve the quality and effectiveness of PPH education.
- Enhanced nurse training through VR simulation can contribute to reduced maternal mortality and morbidity.
