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Area of Science:

  • Health Informatics
  • Medical Education
  • Communication Studies

Background:

  • Limited research exists on nonverbal communication's role in patient-provider interactions.
  • Virtual human training offers benefits for communication skill development in healthcare providers.
  • Current informatics interventions primarily focus on verbal communication, necessitating research into nonverbal aspects.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To enhance a conceptual model for technology-integrated communication analysis.
  • To develop and integrate a nonverbal communication assessment within virtual simulations.
  • To improve the understanding of the patient-provider dyad through technology.

Main Methods:

  • A multistage mixed methods design combining convergent and exploratory sequential approaches.
  • Collection of quantitative (e.g., MPathic scores, Kinect data, clinical assessments) and qualitative data (e.g., video recordings, reflections).
  • Grounded theory qualitative phase with oncology providers to inform model development, followed by validation of an automated nonverbal assessment in virtual reality (VR).

Main Results:

  • Analysis of secondary data from a virtual reality (VR) randomized controlled trial revealed differential participant experiences.
  • Recruitment of 30 medical providers for the qualitative phase is planned.
  • Data collection completion is anticipated by July 2023 for subsequent analysis and integration.

Conclusions:

  • Study findings will improve patient-provider communication, impacting health information dissemination and patient outcomes.
  • The research has potential applications in medication safety, informed consent, patient instructions, and treatment adherence.
  • Enhanced virtual human simulations can foster better communication across diverse healthcare contexts.