@inproceedings{1b0552686b794cd2bb7486da6d6024b3,
title = "Far forward feasibility: Testing a cricothyroidotmy simulator in Iraq",
abstract = "This study describes our experience with using a virtual reality simulator, CricSim, to enhance the training of combat medics to perform a cricothyroidotomy (surgical airway) while in Iraq. Over a six month period, 65 medics used the simulator as part of a Combat Medic Advanced Skills Training class while in Iraq and were asked to evaluate it. Students selfassessed comfort level with the procedure improved dramatically from baseline (p< 5.6 ×10-17). The CricSim was rated highly on realism but only moderately on ease of use. The use of this simulator in a far forward setting was feasible, enhanced training, and provided necessary end-user feedback for future development of this training platform.",
keywords = "Combat skills, Cricothyroidotomy, Part task trainer, Virtual reality",
author = "Bowyer, {Colonel Mark W.} and Michael Manahl and Eric Acosta and Joshua Stutzmen and Alan Liu",
year = "2008",
language = "English",
isbn = "9781586038229",
series = "Studies in Health Technology and Informatics",
publisher = "IOS Press",
pages = "37--41",
booktitle = "Medicine Meets Virtual Reality 16 - Parallel, Combinatorial, Convergent",
note = "Medicine Meets Virtual Reality 16 - Parallel, Combinatorial, Convergent: NextMed by Design, MMVR 2008 ; Conference date: 30-01-2008 Through 01-02-2008",
}