Predicting pediatric healthcare provider use of virtual reality using a technology acceptance model.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

The primary aim of this study was to apply a novel technology acceptance model (TAM) for virtual reality (VR) in healthcare. The secondary aim was to assess reliability of this model to evaluate factors that predict the intentions of pediatric health providers' use of VR as an anxiolytic for hospitalized pediatric patients.

Materials and methods

Healthcare providers that interacted with pediatric patients participated in a VR experience available as anxiolysis for minor procedures and then completed a survey evaluating attitudes, behaviors, and technology factors that influence adoption of new technologies.

Results

Reliability for all domain measurements were good, and all confirmatory factor analysis models demonstrated good fit. Usefulness, ease of use, cu

SUBMITTER: Wang EY 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10483581 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature