Smart Trainer in Russia Is to Teach Pediatricians How to Accurately Read Children’s Breathing
Russia is developing a smart training system designed to improve how pediatric specialists assess breathing in young patients.
Scientists at Novosibirsk State Technical University have proposed a new concept for upgrading pediatric auscultation training using RFID technology. The innovation is expected to raise the standard of pediatric training in Russia and beyond.
A Smart Mannequin With RFID Tags
Unlike adults, examining a child requires exceptional precision. Even a minor mistake in choosing the correct listening point can lead to a misdiagnosis.
To address this challenge, researchers have developed a smart mannequin simulator. Passive RFID tags are embedded across its surface, while a reader is built into a special stethoscope. The trainer also includes a mechanical unit that realistically simulates chest movement during breathing and even a heartbeat.
Unlike conventional, template-based simulators, the Novosibirsk system allows an arbitrary number of reference points to be placed on the mannequin’s surface. This brings training much closer to real clinical practice.
Every Point Sounds Different
As a result, the system helps train specialists who can quickly and accurately assess a child’s condition, something that directly affects treatment outcomes.
The device can be used both for routine training sessions and for examinations.
