Immersive Virtual Reality Versus Manikin-Based Simulation for Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Training

Shiraz University of Medical Sciences129 enrolled

Overview

This study compared two methods for teaching cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) to undergraduate medical students: immersive virtual reality and manikin-based simulation. A total of 129 medical students participated in the study and were assigned to either the immersive virtual reality group or the manikin-based simulation group. The study evaluated students' knowledge and practical CPR skills after the training and assessed their satisfaction with the learning method. The study examined whether immersive virtual reality provided an effective alternative to manikin-based simulation for CPR education.

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Allocation

RANDOMIZED

Purpose

TREATMENT

Masking

NONE

Enrollment

129

Conditions

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Training

Interventions

Manikin-Based SimulationBEHAVIORAL

Participants received cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) training using a manikin-based simulation. The intervention was designed to provide CPR education and hands-on practice using a conventional simulation manikin.

Eligibility

Sex: ALLHealthy volunteers:

Medical Language ↔ Plain English

Inclusion Criteria:Undergraduate medical students at Shiraz University of Medical Sciences enrolled in terms 1 through 5 who were eligible to participate in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) training. Exclusion Criteria:Participants who did not complete the assigned CPR training intervention or the required outcome assessments.

Outcomes

Primary Outcomes

Learner Satisfaction with CPR Training

Learner satisfaction with the cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) training intervention, assessed using a 20-item satisfaction questionnaire with a total score ranging from 20 to 100.

Time frame: Immediately after the training intervention