Improving learner outcomes through the use of simulation methods

Principal Investigator(s): Michelle Aebersold Links to an external site., School of Nursing; Vineet Kamat Links to an external site., College of Engineering; Clive D’Souza Links to an external site., College of Engineering; Mary Jo Kocan Links to an external site., U-M Health System, an Advanced Practice Nurse in Neuro.

Unit(s) involved: School of Nursing, College of Engineering (additional partners could include School of Information and School of Medicine)

Summary: This research project will enhance the fidelity or realism of simulation-based education using high fidelity or mid-fidelity mannequins by adding in AR. Specifically, we will explore the use of AR in health science simulations to broaden the range of simulation options we can use in training and education for both students and clinicians.

We are also testing the acceptability and the validity of the AR to accurately represent the underlying pathophysiology and clinical presentation.

Currently we are exploring the following AR applications: Designing prototypes to test in simulation. One prototype will look at using AR in recognizing and caring for stroke patients. Another examines assessing wounds and stage pressure ulcers in patients using AR devices (i.e. HoloLens) and mid-fidelity mannequins.

Also, we are setting up an AR/VR lab area to develop and test ideas in the Clinical Learning Center.