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Military Medical Simulations-Scoping Review
Sophia J Caffery1, Brock D Ferrari1, Matthew G Hackett1
1U.S. Army DEVCOM Soldier Center, Orlando, FL 32826, USA.
Military Medicine
|November 2, 2024
Summary
Military healthcare simulation research predominantly uses physical methods, with limited use of virtual reality. Future studies should focus on retention and patient outcomes to improve training effectiveness.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Military Medicine
- Simulation Technology
Background:
- Military medical readiness relies on diverse training paradigms.
- Simulation-based training is crucial for developing essential medical skills from battlefield to hospital settings.
Purpose of the Study:
- To conduct a scoping review of military healthcare simulation research.
- To identify trends and research gaps in the existing literature.
Main Methods:
- Systematic search of PubMed, Google Scholar, and conference proceedings.
- Inclusion criteria focused on healthcare simulation interventions with military participants.
- Data extraction included participant demographics, simulation modality, medical domain, and Kirkpatrick model outcome measures.
Main Results:
- 43 articles met the inclusion criteria, covering all military branches and roles.
- Physical simulations (manikins, task trainers) dominate the literature; augmented/virtual reality use is nascent.
- Trauma care (65% of studies) is a primary focus, with most outcomes measuring immediate reactions and learning.
Conclusions:
- Current research adequately represents the military healthcare community.
- Significant research gaps exist in evaluating long-term knowledge retention, behavioral changes, and patient outcomes.
- Future research should explore mixed reality technologies and long-term effectiveness measures.
