VR-based Equipment Training for Health Professionals

BSTRACT It is common knowledge that health professionals’ device training is a major problem, as the inadequate quality of device training puts patients at risk [2]. To find a way to counter this problem, we propose a virtual reality training simulation. The corresponding use case is exemplified by a priming procedure of a dialysis machine. This is achieved by users going through sequential interaction tasks in Virtual Reality Training using a head-mounted display. We evaluate this training method’s potential within a user study, comparing it to traditional training methods, Group Training, and Video Training. Our findings demonstrate that Virtual Reality Training using a head-mounted display is a more effective and efficient method of learning how to prime a dialysis machine. Compared to other training methods, Virtual Reality Training takes longer on average, but the resulting learning effect is also higher. Furthermore, VR-training is more cost-effective than personal training and can be repeatedly performed as it dispenses with the need for teaching professionals.