Visualising Healthcare with 360° Video

In addition to the technical implementation, we also provided instructional design for the other scenarios based on the learning objectives of the respective programmes. For instance, the acute obstetrics scenario takes place in a home setting where a baby has just been born and the mother experiences a hemorrhage. Under time pressure, the student must decide how to act by making choices and performing procedures according to protocol, using the standard equipment available. This creates a safe learning environment for a situation that is otherwise difficult to experience, while allowing students to see the consequences of their actions.

The infection prevention scenario demonstrates how nurses should correctly follow hygiene procedures. Students immediately see the consequences of their actions. For example, where they have spread pathogens through illuminated handprints. This makes often complex written procedures and the invisible nature of infections more tangible and understandable. 

The DSATC scenario was recorded during a complex surgical procedure that is difficult to stage and allows participants to switch perspectives to experience how communication breakdowns occur. For example, during the operation the anaesthetist may miss an important message from the surgeon without the surgeon realising it. By viewing the situation from different perspectives, learners experience what each professional sees (and what they do not see) highlighting the importance of effective communication and collaboration. 

This collaboration helps Radboud Health Academy and Radboudumc to provide healthcare professionals with a broader perspective on their field. The VR scenarios are actively promoted by the Radboud Health Academy and have also generated significant interest in other medical domains and healthcare institutions.