As part of the Eastern Colorado Workforce SECTORS Healthcare
Grant Consortium, the Northeastern Junior College Department of Nursing was
awarded a Virtual I.V. Simulator. The Virtual I.V. is a comprehensive, fully
interactive self-directed learning system for training intravenous
catheterization. Powerful 3D graphics provide visual realism, while a
state-of-the-art force feedback device accurately simulates the sense of touch
for a truly immersive experience. The computerized simulator allows students to
practice intravenous care on high risk patients with emphasis on older adults.
It allows the student to use critical thinking skills to solve specific
intravenous therapy complications. The I.V. simulator, which includes a computer
monitor and a haptics device which replicates a patient’s arm, has over 150
distinct case scenarios and the virtual patients respond with bleeding,
bruising, swelling as well as other patho-physiological reactions. The Virtual
I.V. learning system records and evaluates students’ performance and presents
thorough debriefing following each case. The debriefing gives the students both
positive reinforcement, as well as clear instruction that can be used to improve
their abilities and training. Julie Brower, director of nursing programs,
reports this new tool will allow students’ hands on experience in a safe
practice environment that will help promote important skills for nursing
students. “The department feels very fortunate to have received such a wonderful
piece of equipment,” Brower noted.
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