BIOMETRIC-DATASET

Project OverviewThis study aims to assess and compare stress responses in healthcare professionals during simulated pericardiocentesis, utilizing both a conventional mannequin and a virtual reality (VR) environment. Pericardiocentesis, crucial in managing cardiac tamponade, demands precision and decision-making under pressure, potentially inducing significant stress.MethodologyParticipants will perform the procedure in both simulated environments, with biometric indicators such as heart rate, skin conductance, and eletromyography recorded with a biosignal plux device, to evaluate stress intensity. Subjective stress assessments will complement biometric data, with statistical analysis identifying significant differences between simulation methods.SignificanceThe findings will elucidate the effectiveness of VR simulation in medical training compared to traditional mannequin-based methods, potentially guiding training decisions and improving healthcare professionals’ readiness for high-stress situations, thereby enhancing patient safety and treatment efficacy.ConclusionThis research aims to inform on the optimal use of VR technology in medical education and understand the psychological impacts of emergency medical procedures on healthcare providers, supporting technological innovation and psychological insights in medical education.FilesFiles were recorded adquired during the performing of pericardiocentesis in both scenarios using a biosignal plux device. Files are en txt format. This are the first 10 subjects of the project. The entire dataset is of 65 alumni, although some files are recorded sith some errors. If you need the complete dataset, please let me know.Thanks!