6I: XR Family Avatars Reveal SDOH & Promote Empathy in Patient Rescue Scenarios

Thursday, September 24  |  3:00 p.m. – 3:45 p.m.

This session introduces an XR simulation featuring a family-member avatar who shares a video message after a patient deterioration event, revealing key social determinants of health. By blending AI, XR, biosensors, and family context, the design promotes empathy, highlights non-biomedical contributors to decline, and strengthens equity-centered, culturally responsive care.

Presenters:

Janine Hinton, PhD, MN, RN, CHSE | University of Arizona, College of Nursing

Tarnia Newton, DNP, FNP-C | University of Arizona, College of Nursing

Kamelia Sepanloo, PhD Student | Purdue University, Edwardson School of Industrial Engineering