Presentation
Using Virtual Simulation to Assess Situational Awareness in Anesthesia Emergencies
SessionWednesday Poster Session
DescriptionSituational awareness (SA) is critical for safe anesthesia care, particularly during intraoperative handoffs. This pilot study examined the use of a virtual simulation platform for exploring SA among anesthesia professionals during a simulated intraoperative crisis. Twenty-four anesthesia clinicians completed an individual computer-based simulation involving patient handoff, deterioration, and recovery phases. Performance was evaluated using predefined situational cues and open-ended written responses. Highly important situational cues were identified significantly more frequently than moderate- or low-importance cues (χ²F(2) = 20.67, p < 0.0001). No significant differences were observed by clinical role, experience, or gender. Qualitative analysis demonstrated evidence of higher-order SA processes, with 20 participants correctly identifying hemorrhage. These findings demonstrate the successful use of low-fidelity virtual simulation for standardized measurement of cognitive processes.
Event Type
Poster
TimeWednesday, October 21st5:30pm - 6:30pm PDT
LocationSummit Pavilion
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