Proposed Topic (Most preferred): :
Research and Innovations (new projects / technology / innovations / service models)
Proposed Topic (Second preferred): :
Staff Engagement and Empowerment (motivating staff / teamwork / work revamp tackling manpower issue / staff wellness / OSH / retention)
Authors (including presenting author) :
TSOI SCT (1)(3), CHEUNG HT (1)(4), HO HSE (1)(5), WONG D (1)(6), LEUNG YWN (1)(2)
Affiliation :
(1) Nethersole Clinical Simulation Training Centre, Pamela Youde Nethersole Eastern Hospital
(2) Department of Intensive Care, Pamela Youde Nethersole Eastern Hospital
(3) Nursing Services Division, Pamela Youde Nethersole Eastern Hospital
(4) Department of Occupational Therapy, Pamela Youde Nethersole Eastern Hospital
(5) Department of Medicine, Pamela Youde Nethersole Eastern Hospital
(6) Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Pamela Youde Nethersole Eastern Hospital
Introduction :
The integration of wearable eye-tracking technology in clinical training, training needs assessment, workplace revamp, and insights in the way forwards can inspire healthcare professionals to embrace novel technologies for better quality and safety care. This abstract aims to address the challenges posed by the shortage of healthcare professionals and high workload in Hong Kong's healthcare system, with a focus on consolidating experiences and providing solutions to deliver quality patient care.
Objectives :
Wearable eye-tracking technology was implemented in various projects in a local hospital since 2020, which aim to enhance training effectiveness, and to improve workspace design.
Methodology :
The intervention consisted of:
(1) Training needs assessment and facilitate simulation training debriefing.
In the intubation training for the Basic Physician Trainees, the Eye-tracking devices provided real-time feedback on their eye movements and focus, enabling the identification of areas that required improvement and allowing for progress tracking over time. By integrating eye-tracking technology into clinical simulation training, it facilitated objective performance measurement, and the effectiveness debriefing.
(2) Designing the workplace.
Total 17 staff members including dispensers and pharmacists joined a study about the workspace enhancement by using the Eye-tracking technology. Participants wore eye tracking devices and perform daily tasks in the workplace. The data was utilized to inform the design of safer workspaces, improving clinical effectiveness and patient safety.
Result & Outcome :
The intervention's effectiveness was assessed through simulation training and staff feedback, resulting in notable improvements in skills, workplace design, and patient outcomes, boosting staff confidence. The project showcases the potential of wearable eye-tracking technology in enhancing healthcare training and workplace design. Success was attributed to multidisciplinary collaboration and stakeholder engagement. Eye tracking technology provided valuable insights and targeted interventions, benefiting procedural skills, patient assessment, device creation, and surgical training. Further research is needed to fully explore its healthcare potential.
Way forward
Future plans involve utilizing Eye Movement Modeling Examples (EMME) derived from eye-tracking technology for video modeling with attentional guidance. Collaboration with Occupational Therapists aims to transfer tacit skills using EMME, and potential applications in surgical and nursing skills training.
Summary
Integrating wearable eye-tracking technology in healthcare training and workplace design has yielded promising results, enhancing skills, patient outcomes, and safety. This project underscores the importance of technology and collaboration in healthcare improvement. Continued exploration of eye-tracking technology holds great potential for advancing training and patient care.
