The effectiveness of a virtual reality teaching module on advance care planning and advance decision for medical professionals.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The concepts of advance care planning (ACP) and advance decisions/directives (ADs) are widely recognized around the world. The Patient Right to Autonomy Act in Taiwan, the first of its kind in Asia, went into effect in 2019. However, a lack of knowledge and confidence regarding ACP and ADs is a barrier for medical professionals in discussing ACP and ADs with their patients. In addition, in Asian countries, physicians tend to make family-centered decisions, which influence how they can implement ADs.

Methods

Virtual reality (VR) is known for its immersive and interactive simulation experience and can upgrade medical education. We developed a VR teaching module to help medical professionals better understand ACP and ADs, with assessment tools integrated into the mod

SUBMITTER: Chang YK 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10845462 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature