A Modular Set of Mixed Reality Simulators for "Blind" and Guided Procedures
Abstract
Development of the Regional Anesthesia (RA) and Central Venous Access (CVA) mixed reality simulators is ahead of schedule. In their current state, the RA and CVA simulators are ready to be delivered to DoD, both exceeding original specifications. A completed study of the CVA simulator indicated a need for instruction while using the simulator and a curriculum. A manuscript is being finalized for submission to Anesthesia and Analgesia as a peer-reviewed publication. RA and CVA simulators were evaluated at USN MC, Walter Reed, BAMC, Wilford Hall, VA SimLearn. About 780 persons used the simulators. Accomplishments beyond the original deliverables include (a) design, implementation and ongoing evaluation (IRB- and HRPO-approved learning outcome study) of an integrated tutor (IT) for the RA simulator, (b) an IT editor developed to facilitate creation by non-technical educators of ITs for the set of modular simulators, (c) a curriculum for self-study and self-debriefing in austere environments, also suitable for civilian use, (d) output from the set of modular simulators has been made SCORM/xAPI-compliant to facilitate eventual integration with learning management systems and (e) SMARTS (System of Modular Augmented Reality Tracked Simulators) rapid simulator development platform with software plug-ins, interoperable tracked tools and modular stand.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Aug 01, 2016
- Accession Number
- AD1024751
Entities
People
- Andrew Gifford
- David Lizdas
- Samsun Lampotang
Organizations
- University of Florida