Comparative Study of Simulation Technologies for Use in Neonatal Resuscitation Training for Rural Hospitals

Comparative Study of Simulation Technologies for Use in Neonatal Resuscitation Training for Rural Hospitals

Conduct a randomized cluster non-inferiority clinical trial with teams of interprofessional neonatal clinicians from rural delivery hospitals. In this trial we will compare HoloBaby, a novel mixed reality simulator technology, to traditional high-technology simulator technology.

Inclusion Criteria:

• at least 18 years of age
• primary clinical role is either physicians, nurses, or respiratory therapists
• have completed NRP® certification within the two years prior to enrollment
• attend deliveries at participating hospital in study

Exclusion Criteria:

- chronic neck pain, a previous neck injury that requires ongoing precautions, severe motion sickness or vertigo, and/or photosensitive epilepsy