The Skills Assessment Module measures the cognitive and motor skills required for the successful performance of IV therapy. It covers all aspects of the procedure, including age-related issues, cannulation techniques, and safety and policy concerns.

Users must pass a thorough test of IV therapy protocols and procedures in order to demonstrate an acceptable level of knowledge. Developed from professional standards of practice in conjunction with expert clinicians, the CathSim® system tests both motor and procedural skills using virtual reality simulation. The system reproduces the look and feel of an actual procedure through a combination of interactive computer-generated anatomy and force feedback technology. A tutorial familiarizes users with the system prior to testing.

Comprehensive Assessment

Provides feedback to users on IV catheterization skills
Quickly identifies individual user’s training needs
Requires scenario-driven critical decision-making
Supplies multiple reviews to facilitate user improvement
Uses randomly generated questions to ensure no two tests are identical
Provides valid evaluation tool for supervisors

Training Documentation

The Skills Assessment module automatically generates an evaluation report every time a user proceeds through a case. This report can be viewed and printed by the user or system administrator to monitor progress and highlight skills that need to be improved. The simulation is also recorded and can be played back at any time, providing a convenient visual review.

The system's extensive database also stores performance reports on departments, units, or entire facilities, allowing clear and documented skills maintenance evaluations and comparisons. Data can be exported for analysis, and a networking feature permits remote administration.

Printable Version