Phase 1 Development

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Highlighted claims

• Phase 1 will create and refine a proof-of-concept VR risk reduction programme through three user testing rounds. — VR-CARE: a protocol for a mixed-methods study and pilot trial with embedded process evaluation to develop and evaluate virtual reality training for risk reduction in care homes
• Phase 1 testing will take place during work hours in 4-6 care homes across nursing, residential or mixed settings. — VR-CARE: a protocol for a mixed-methods study and pilot trial with embedded process evaluation to develop and evaluate virtual reality training for risk reduction in care homes
• Phase 1 recruits unregistered direct care staff who can read and write English and can safely use VR headsets. — VR-CARE: a protocol for a mixed-methods study and pilot trial with embedded process evaluation to develop and evaluate virtual reality training for risk reduction in care homes
• The implementation toolkit is intended to reduce barriers and optimise implementation of VR training. — VR-CARE: a protocol for a mixed-methods study and pilot trial with embedded process evaluation to develop and evaluate virtual reality training for risk reduction in care homes
• The programme will be developed with SentiraXR and combine existing hand hygiene and falls prevention principles. — VR-CARE: a protocol for a mixed-methods study and pilot trial with embedded process evaluation to develop and evaluate virtual reality training for risk reduction in care homes
• The toolkit will draw on VR training development plus interviews with VR company staff and senior care home staff experienced with VR training. — VR-CARE: a protocol for a mixed-methods study and pilot trial with embedded process evaluation to develop and evaluate virtual reality training for risk reduction in care homes