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Title:
An Immersive Virtual Reality Platform for First Aid and Emergency Training.
Authors:
Carrozzino MA, Caponi M, Pisani S, Papaleo B, Mazzei A, Foddis R, Bergamasco M, Potel M
Source:
IEEE computer graphics and applications [IEEE Comput Graph Appl] 2026 Jan-Feb; Vol. 46 (1), pp. 107-115.
Publication Type:
Journal Article
Language:
English
Journal Info:
Publisher: IEEE Computer Society Country of Publication: United States NLM ID: 9881869 Publication Model: Print Cited Medium: Internet ISSN: 1558-1756 (Electronic) Linking ISSN: 02721716 NLM ISO Abbreviation: IEEE Comput Graph Appl Subsets: MEDLINE
Imprint Name(s):
Original Publication: [Los Alamitos, CA] : IEEE Computer Society : National Computer Graphics Association, [c1981-
MeSH Terms:
Virtual Reality* , Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation*/education , First Aid*/methods , User-Computer Interface*, Humans ; Manikins ; Computer Graphics ; Surveys and Questionnaires
Entry Date(s):
Date Created: 20260126 Date Completed: 20260126 Latest Revision: 20260126
Update Code:
20260127
DOI:
10.1109/MCG.2025.3635750
PMID:
41587261
Database:
MEDLINE

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Virtual reality (VR) technologies have emerged as valuable tools for medical and emergency training, providing safe, immersive, and repeatable environments where complex procedures can be practiced effectively. This article presents an immersive VR system designed to train workplace first-aid responders, with a particular focus on cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). The platform integrates a physical CPR manikin with virtual patient overlays through mixed-reality calibration, incorporates realistic emergency scenarios with environmental hazards, and enables synchronous multiuser interaction between trainees and instructors. To assess its potential, we provide a detailed description of the system's architecture and functionalities, introducing the results of an extensive user study employing validated questionnaires on usability, performance, and user experience. The proposed framework contributes to the advancement of VR-based medical education, highlighting its benefits, current limitations, and future research opportunities.