Hand hygiene training with augmented reality for health students and staff
Part of Infections clinical trials.
This trial tests if an augmented reality system can improve how health students and hospital staff learn proper handwashing. You'll use the system during one training session and have your handwashing checked before and after.
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Who can take part
- You are a health student (like nursing, medicine, or rehab sciences) or a healthcare worker or support staff at a participating hospital.
- You are 18 years or older.
- You are willing to attend one training session with both a pre- and post-test.
- You are not allergic or sensitive to fluorescent powder or hand hygiene products.
- You do not have any skin problem like dermatitis or open wounds on your hands.
- You can understand and follow the training instructions.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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