Wearable Proximity Sensors for Monitoring a Mass Casualty Incident Exercise: Feasibility Study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Over the past several decades, naturally occurring and man-made mass casualty incidents (MCIs) have increased in frequency and number worldwide. To test the impact of such events on medical resources, simulations can provide a safe, controlled setting while replicating the chaotic environment typical of an actual disaster. A standardized method to collect and analyze data from mass casualty exercises is needed to assess preparedness and performance of the health care staff involved.

Objective

In this study, we aimed to assess the feasibility of using wearable proximity sensors to measure proximity events during an MCI simulation. In the first instance, our objective was to demonstrate how proximity sensors can collect spatial and temporal information about the int

SUBMITTER: Ozella L 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6658323 | biostudies-literature | 2019 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature