Virtual Reality on Efficacy of Donning and Doffing PPE

The training included the following in the specified order: (1) A tutorial with an introduction to the program and a overview of the correct donning and doffing sequence, based on Center for Disease Control (CDC) guidelines, (2) a training mode to practice the correct sequences with step-wise feedback, and (3) a testing mode that repeated until the sequence was completed perfectly without any mistakes. A study member was present to assist with the device and record the duration of training.

The instructional video included step-by-step instruction and demonstration of adequate donning and doffing procedures. The 14-slide presentation contained the same content as used by the home institution for competency training, based on Center for Disease Control (CDC) guidelines. Participants were instructed to review the material however they liked and their duration of training was recorded.