An Innovative Virtual Reality Experience in the PICU
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Virtual reality is an innovative, easily administered, and enjoyable tool that subjectively calms PICU patients in an otherwise chaotic environment. 100% of participants enjoyed using virtual reality, and 84% reported preference to use virtual reality for a longer duration. 100% of parents agreed that their child enjoyed using virtual reality, and 100% enjoyed watching their child use virtual reality. 82% of parents reported that virtual reality calmed their child. 360 degree immersions were delivered using a simple virtual reality headset and smartphone videos.