The Virtual Reality Peripherally Inserted Central Catheters (PICC) system reviews anatomy, site selection, equipment preparation, and PICC care while providing a unique, realistic simulation of PICC placement in adult patients. The entire process is simulated, from venipuncture to the post-insertion x-ray. Four cases present a range of ages and physical health and allow left- and right-sided placement in both male and female patients.

An evaluation report is automatically generated every time a user attempts a case. This report can be viewed, printed, and emailed by the user or system administrator and helps monitor progress and highlight skills that need to be improved.

Training Objectives

Using the VR PICC system, the user will:

Describe patient selection
Identify relevant anatomy
Describe and perform simulated anatomical measurements
Describe and perform simulated site disinfection
Describe and perform a simulated introducer procedure
Describe and perform simulated threading
Identify and describe complications associated with the procedure

Comprehensive Resource

The module provides a comprehensive resource for perfecting the PICC procedure:

Anatomy overview focuses on the antecubital fossa, axillary, and central vessels
Comprehensive step-by-step video tutorials review site selection, measurements, infection control, device placement, and threading for PICC placements
Simulation emphasizes sterile technique and infection control precautions
Content reviews the identification, prevention, and management of complications, as well as post-procedure care and radiographic confirmation

Realistic Scenarios

The VR PICC system supplies a learning experience that exposes users to real-world scenarios. Combining software, a Central Catheter Interface Device, and a PC, the system creates an environment in which the human patient and proxy devices exhibit realistic tissue interaction including bleeding and resistance. The user experiences every step of the PICC procedure:

Measurement for catheter insertion length
Disinfection of the introducer site
Application of digital pressure to stop the bleeding on the introducer insertion
Threading of the catheter through an introducer sheath, including the feel of a real insertion
Cannulation of the internal jugular (IJ) vein and management of a malpositioned catheter
Aspiration using a syringe, confirmation of blood return, and catheter flushing

PICC Training Classes

Training classes from PICC Excellence combined with the VR PICC system can be a powerful combination for helping medical professionals develop their skills. PICC Excellence provides comprehensive cognitive training, while Immersion Medical's vascular access medical simulator with PICC insertion module provides hands-on practice for psycho-motor skills development.

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