Use of Simulation to Visualize Healthcare Worker Exposure to Aerosol in the Operating Room.

SUMMARY STATEMENT: Simulation resources offer an opportunity to highlight aerosol dispersion within the operating room environment. We demonstrate our methodology with a supporting video that can offer operating room teams support in their practical understanding of aerosol exposure and the importance of personal protective equipment.

O7 Simulation@Distance – Exploring Remote Alternatives to Traditional Clinical Simulation Training

O7 Table 1Comparison of remote simulation proposalDiscussion and ConclusionsSo far, the options judged to be most viable have been trialled.The avatar’s use over Zoom proved to be easy to set up and once we find suitable faculty to run it, courses will be arranged and advertised.RIE coaching has had trial sessions, with operatives initially reporting inefficiencies in communication. In response to the feedback, the model has been revised so that the wider group are now coaching the whole room as opposed to individual candidates.The gameplay scenarios are still being worked on, but externally produced alternatives are being explored.Overall, we are confident that simulation can coexist with distancing guidelines.