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VHA MedSurg

VHA MedSurg

by US Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)

9 ratings
3 reviews
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Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • June 20, 2018
  • October 28, 2022

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US Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)
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Practice identifying and managing critically ill patients to prevent emergencies. This simulation game helps learners develop rapid assessment and intervention skills in a medical setting.

✓Identify failing patients
✓Practice intervention strategies
✓Prevent emergency situations
✓Develop rapid assessment skills
✓Medical simulation gameplay
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What's New in VHA MedSurg

3.0

October 28, 2022

The VHA Medical Surgical Nurse (MedSurg) interactive web-based content upgrade uses a new innovated Gaming packaging strategy along with revised High-fidelity graphics which improves learners experience.

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Intro

I don’t hear any intro even when I have my volume up all the way. Please help.
David Bowie's LoverDavid Bowie's Lover

@nurse0081

I am sorry you had issues. It may be that you have to wait until the audio intro is complete to start the game.
tazrascaltazrascal

Response from developer

Thank you for your feedback. As you stated, in order for game play to start a user must allow for the introduction to finish. This feature was designed and approved by VHA Healthcare Subject Matter Experts (SMEs).

Not working

I downloaded the game and as soon as I started level 1 it says press play to start but it won’t start.
Nurse0981Nurse0981

Response from developer

Thank you for your feedback. As designed and approved by VHA Healthcare Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) user must allow for the introduction to finish before game play is allowed. This step was designed intentionally in order to force user to listen to the introduction as the same allows user to understand what to expect during game play.

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FAQ

What is VHA MedSurg?

VHA MedSurg is a free medical simulation game designed to help learners practice identifying and managing critically ill patients. It focuses on developing rapid assessment and intervention skills to prevent patient deterioration into emergencies.

Is VHA MedSurg free to play?

Yes, VHA MedSurg is completely free to download and play. There are no in-app purchases or subscription fees required to access its content.

What devices support VHA MedSurg?

VHA MedSurg is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. It is designed for iOS platforms.

What is the age rating for VHA MedSurg?

VHA MedSurg has an age rating of 17+. This is due to the mature themes and complex medical scenarios presented in the game.

How often is VHA MedSurg updated?

The latest version of VHA MedSurg is 3.0, which was last updated on October 28, 2022. This indicates a moderate update frequency for the application.

Does VHA MedSurg have ads?

No, VHA MedSurg does not contain advertisements. It provides an uninterrupted learning experience for its users.

What kind of gameplay mechanics does VHA MedSurg offer?

VHA MedSurg focuses on gameplay mechanics related to patient assessment, diagnosis, and treatment. Players must make quick decisions to improve a patient's condition and avoid critical events.

Can VHA MedSurg be played offline?

The provided data does not specify whether VHA MedSurg can be played offline. However, simulation games often require an internet connection for certain features or updates.