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  • Title: Virtual worlds are an innovative tool for medical device training in a simulated environment.
    Author: Patel V, Lee H, Taylor D, Aggarwal R, Kinross J, Darzi A.
    Journal: Stud Health Technol Inform; 2012; 173():338-43. PubMed ID: 22357014.
    Abstract:
    Medical infusion devices are an integral component within the delivery of healthcare management. The aim of this study was to develop a training simulation in the virtual world of Second Life for the management of adverse events associated with infusion devices. Forty nurses were subsequently recruited to participate within the simulation and assess its feasibility.
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