Virtual Reality Simulated Patient Encounters

Acute Appendicitis Post Op

This Simulated Patient Encounter maps to Scenario PED 31 – Abdullah Yusuf – Acute Appendicitis – Adolescent – Preoperative Care on the Elsevier Evolve Platform

Abdullah Yusuf, a 12-year-old Arab American male, was admitted for a perforated appendix and a successful appendectomy was performed. Abdullah has a naso-gastric tube and a Penrose drain and is receiving IV antibiotics. During this scenario, learners must assess and manage this postoperative patient.

 

This case can be purchased separately or as part of Elsevier’s SLS for RN Bundle

Learning Objectives

‘- Conduct appropriate assessments
– Recognize abnormal findings and respond with needed interventions
– Communicate effectively with patient and patient’s father
– Provide emotional support
– Document all findings, interventions, and patient responses

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MINIMUM:

OS: Windows 10
Processor: Intel Core i5-2300 | AMD FX-4350
Memory: 4 GB RAM
Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 2060
DirectX: Version 11
Storage: 12 GB available space

RECOMMENDED:

OS: Windows 10
Processor: Intel Core i7-2300 | AMD FX-4350
Memory: 8 GB RAM
Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 3060
DirectX: Version 11
Storage: 12 GB available space