Problem
Bowel preparation instructions for colonoscopy are complex, posing a challenge to patients who may have difficulty retaining the information, and to nurses, who have to repeat them to several patients daily.
- Repeating the same instructions to 30-40 patients a day
- Time constraints with high patient volume
- Inaccurate information delivery due to busy schedule
- Language barrier between patient and nurse
- Tedious bowel preparation procedure
- Information retention
- Time to understand the content provided
- Leads to callback to clinic to reconfirm details
By harnessing intuitive Virtual Reality technology through an immersive and engaging experience and using gamified elements within a familiar environment, we aim to improve patients’ knowledge and understanding, boost their confidence in adherence to the prescribed protocol, while relieving the nurses of tedium.
Simulations
Diet Guide
Reference the infographic to understand the diet procedure
Colonic Lavage Solution & Simeticone Preparation
Get accustomed to following instructions from infographic, real-time practise
Drinking Interval
Familiarise patients with the drinking interval of colonic lavage solution
Informative
covers all important aspects of bowel preparation
Interactive
engages users, yet strike a balance between interaction & learning
Intuitive
controls and instructions should be uncomplicated and simple to understand
Realistic
environment mimics real life closely for a relatable and realistic experience
Comfortable
lasts for ~10 mins, to avoid fatigue & discomfort
Information Retention
➣ Distinct sections of VR flow
➣ Covers all aspect of consultation
Interactive
➣ Object interactivity
➣ Responsive environment
➣ Responsive gestures
Intuitive
➣ Responsive gestures
➣ Hand tracking
➣ Guided experience
