Journal Watch - PD Training
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Virtual Reality (VR) Training for PD
Does all PD training have to be done face-to-face by a nurse, or is there a role for technology? VR-based training (stay•safe MyTraining) by Fresenius with a headset and hand controls was investigated in an interview study of seven nurses using the system with 2-5 patients each. The system was efficient, well-accepted, and improved the learning experience for patients, though it did not replace the need to handle PD materials and did not provide emotional or motivational support.
Read the abstract » | (added 2024-08-16)
Tags: PD Training, VR Training, Learning Experience, Patient Education
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New UK PD Guidelines
Download a free, full-length PDF if you want to learn how PD equipment, training, dose, infection control, and management of complications are done in the UK.
Read the abstract » | (added 2017-12-14)
Tags: PD Equipment, PD Training, Infection Control, PD Dose, PD Complications Management, UK