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Immersive Virtual Reality Versus Manikin-Based Simulation for Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Training
Sponsor: Shiraz University of Medical Sciences
Summary
This study compared two methods for teaching cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) to undergraduate medical students: immersive virtual reality and manikin-based simulation. A total of 129 medical students participated in the study and were assigned to either the immersive virtual reality group or the manikin-based simulation group. The study evaluated students' knowledge and practical CPR skills after the training and assessed their satisfaction with the learning method. The study examined whether immersive virtual reality provided an effective alternative to manikin-based simulation for CPR education.
Official title: From Knowledge to Practice in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Training: Comparing Immersive Virtual Reality and Manikin-Based Simulation Among Preclinical Medical Students- A Controlled Interventional Study
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
Any - Any
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
129
Start Date
2025-10-12
Completion Date
2025-11-21
Last Updated
2026-09-03
Healthy Volunteers
Yes
Conditions
Interventions
Immersive Virtual Reality CPR Training
Participants received cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) training using immersive virtual reality. The intervention was designed to provide CPR education and practice in an immersive virtual environment.
Manikin-Based Simulation
Participants received cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) training using a manikin-based simulation. The intervention was designed to provide CPR education and hands-on practice using a conventional simulation manikin.
Locations (1)
Shiraz University of Medical Sciences
Shiraz, Fars, Iran