J Perinatol. 2025 Aug 20. doi: 10.1038/s41372-025-02382-2. Online ahead of print.
ABSTRACT
BACKGROUND: Virtual reality (VR) offers immersive training experiences that can address limitations of traditional neonatal resuscitation training. Building on prior U.S.-based research, we evaluated the feasibility of deploying a VR-based neonatal resuscitation model in an international setting.
METHODS: Healthcare providers at Ho Chi Minh City Children’s Hospital in Vietnam participated in a single-arm feasibility study using VR-based training. Sessions employed a team-based approach with physicians, nurses, and allied health professionals and included knowledge review, platform orientation, and a simulated resuscitation scenario based on the Neonatal Resuscitation Program. The simulation was delivered in English with real-time Vietnamese translation. Participants completed post-training surveys assessing satisfaction, realism, and challenges.
RESULTS: Among 28 participants, 100% recommended VR training; 86% found it more realistic than traditional methods. The mean usefulness score was 4.3/5. Challenges included language barriers and technical issues.
CONCLUSIONS: VR-based neonatal resuscitation training is feasible and well-received at Ho Chi Minh City Children’s Hospital, Vietnam.
CLINICAL TRIAL REGISTRATION: Not applicable.
PMID:40836117 | DOI:10.1038/s41372-025-02382-2
