Using High-Fidelity Virtual Reality for Mass-Casualty Incident Training by First Responders - A Systematic Review of the Literature.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

First responders' training and learning regarding how to handle a mass-casualty incident (MCI) is traditionally based on reading and/or training through computer-based scenarios, or sometimes through live simulations with actors. First responders should practice in realistic environments to narrow the theory-practice gap, and the possibility of repeating the training is important for learning. High-fidelity virtual reality (VR) is a promising tool to use for realistic and repeatable simulation training, but it needs to be further evaluated. The aim of this literature review was to provide a comprehensive description of the use of high-fidelity VR for MCI training by first responders.

Methods

A systematic integrative literature review was used according to Whitte

SUBMITTER: Heldring S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10882557 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature