Comparison of Online and Traditional Basic Life Support Renewal Training Methods for Registered Professional Nurses

2015 ◽  
Vol 31 (6) ◽  
pp. E1-E10 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tara M. Serwetnyk ◽  
Kristi Filmore ◽  
Stephanie VonBacho ◽  
Robert Cole ◽  
Cindy Miterko ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Basic Life Support ◽  
Life Support ◽  
Training Methods ◽  
Registered Professional Nurses ◽  
Professional Nurses

scholarly journals Acquisition of Knowledge and Practical Skills after a Brief Course of BLS-AED in First-Year Students in Nursing and Physiotherapy at a Spanish University

2019 ◽  
Vol 16 (5) ◽  
pp. 766 ◽  
Author(s):  
Carlos Méndez-Martínez ◽  
Santiago Martínez-Isasi ◽  
Mario García-Suárez ◽  
Medea Aglaya De La Peña-Rodríguez ◽  
Juan Gómez-Salgado ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Basic Life Support ◽  
Life Support ◽  
Quality Criteria ◽  
Western World ◽  
First Year ◽  
Practical Training ◽  
Theoretical Knowledge ◽  
Training Methods ◽  
Practical Skills ◽  
Cross Sectional

Out-of-hospital cardiorespiratory arrest is one of the leading causes of death in the Western world. Early assistance with quality Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and the use of a defibrillator may increase the percentage of survival after this process. The objective of this study was to evaluate the effect of CPR training and the management of an Automatic External Defibrillator (AED). A descriptive, cross-sectional, observational study was carried out among students in the first year of a Nursing and Physiotherapy degree of the University of León. To achieve this goal, a theoretical-practical educational intervention of four hours’ duration which included training on CPR, AED and Basic Life Support (BLS) was carried out. A total of 112 students were included. The results showed an increase in theoretical knowledge on BLS as well as on CPR and AED, and practical skills in CPR and AED management. A theoretical exposition of fifteen minutes and the practical training of CPR wasenough for the students to acquire the necessary theoretical knowledge, although the participants failed to reach quality criteria in CPR. Only 35.6% of students reached the right depth in compressions. Also, ventilation was not performed properly. Based on the results, we cannot determine that the percentage of overall quality of CPR was appropriate, since 57.6% was obtained in this respect and experts establish a value higher than 70% for quality CPR. There was a clear relationship between sex, weight, height and body max index (BMI), and quality CPR performance, being determinant variables to achieve quality parameters. Currently, Basic Life Support training in most universities is based on training methods similar to those used in the action described. The results obtained suggest implementing other training methods that favour the acquisition of quality CPR skills.

scholarly journals Peer video feedback builds basic life support skills: A randomized controlled non-inferiority trial

PLoS ONE ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 16 (7) ◽  
pp. e0254923
Author(s):  
Saša Sopka ◽  
Fabian Hahn ◽  
Lina Vogt ◽  
Kim Hannah Pears ◽  
Rolf Rossaint ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Basic Life Support ◽  
Life Support ◽  
Video Feedback ◽  
Compression Rate ◽  
Training Methods ◽  
Compression Depth ◽  
Randomized Controlled ◽  
Instructor Feedback ◽  
Subjective Confidence ◽  
Cost Efficient

Introduction Training Basic Life Support saves lives. However, current BLS training approaches are time-consuming and costly. Alternative cost-efficient and effective training methods are highly needed. The present study evaluated whether a video-feedback supported peer-guided Basic Life Support training approach achieves similar practical performance as a standard instructor-guided training in laypersons. Methods In a randomized controlled non-inferiority trial, 288 first-year medical students were randomized to two study arms with different Basic Life Support training methods: 1) Standard Instructor Feedback (SIF) or 2) a Peer Video Feedback (PVF). Outcome parameters were objective data for Basic Life Support performance (compression depth and rate) from a resuscitation manikin with recording software as well as overall Basic Life Support performance and subjective confidence. Non-inferiority margins (Δ) for these outcome parameters and sample size calculation were based on previous studies with Standard Instructor Feedback. Two-sided 95% confidence intervals were employed to determine significance of non-inferiority. Results Results confirmed non-inferiority of Peer Video Feedback to Standard Instructor Feedback for compression depth (proportion difference PVF–SIF = 2.9%; 95% CI: -8.2% to 14.1%; Δ = -19%), overall Basic Life Support performance (proportion difference PVF–SIF = 6.7%; 95% CI: 0.0% to 14.3%; Δ = -27%) and subjective confidence for CPR performance (proportion difference PVF–SIF = -0.01; 95% CI: -0.18–0.17; Δ = -0.5) and emergency situations (proportion difference PVF–SIF = -0.02; 95% CI: -0.21–0.18; Δ = -0.5). Results for compression rate were inconclusive. Discussion Peer Video Feedback achieves comparable results as standard instructor-based training methods. It is an easy-to-apply and cost-efficient alternative to standard Basic Life Support training methods. To improve performance with respect to compression rate, additional implementation of a metronome is recommended.

scholarly journals Challenges in basic life support and automated external defibrillator training of deaf individuals

2021 ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Basic Life Support ◽  
Life Support ◽  
Text Message ◽  
Automated External Defibrillator ◽  
Training Methods ◽  
Knowledge Test ◽  
Rescue Service ◽  
Training Courses ◽  
And Performance ◽  
External Defibrillator

Objectives: Basic life support (BLS) with the use of an automated external defibrillator (AED) is linked to survival of patients with out-of-hospital cardiac arrest (OHCA). However, the BLS protocol is not tailored to specific needs of the deaf who encounter many challenges during BLS training. Methods: The BLS and AED protocol was modified according to the challenges faced by deaf people. Pre-course BLS and AED knowledge was tested using a questionnaire. After completion of a practical course, each participant was presented with an OHCA scenario using a manikin. Qualitative and quantitative data on BLS and AED performance were collected with a modified Cardiff test and the QCPR mobile application. Results of the knowledge test and performance scores are presented with values and frequencies. Correlations between pre- and post-course BLS and AED knowledge and performance were analyzed and presented with Spearman’s rho. Results: 51 deaf volunteers from seven Slovenian deaf associations participated in the study. The pre-course knowledge test scores were 3.5 points out of 10 and considered low. The rest of the results were also poor. BLS performance using the modified Cardiff test post-course was as follows: 52.9% of the participants used a safe approach, 58.8%checked responsiveness and 51.0% sent a text message to the rescue service. Only 43.1% opened the airway and 49.0% checked initial breathing. 80.4% of deaf rescuers performed chest compressions on the lower half of the sternum and 52.9% compressed with adequate depth. According to the QCPR application the best performance was achieved with a compression score of 61.1% and flow fraction 74.9%. Conclusions: This study shows that a comprehensive and assiduous approach is needed for effective BLS and AED training courses for deaf individuals.

scholarly journals Basic Life Support Training Methods for Health Science Students: A Systematic Review

2019 ◽  
Vol 16 (5) ◽  
pp. 768 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mario García-Suárez ◽  
Carlos Méndez-Martínez ◽  
Santiago Martínez-Isasi ◽  
Juan Gómez-Salgado ◽  
Daniel Fernández-García
Keyword(s):  
Clinical Trials ◽  
Basic Life Support ◽  
Life Support ◽  
Health Science ◽  
Practical Training ◽  
Training Methods ◽  
Science Students ◽  
Great Heterogeneity ◽  
Online Library

: The acquisition of competencies in basic life support (BLS) among university students of health sciences requires specific and updated training; therefore, the aim of this review was to identify, evaluate, and synthesise the available scientific knowledge on the effect of training in cardiorespiratory resuscitation in this population. A comprehensive literature search was conducted in MEDLINE, CUIDEN, Web of Science, Wiley Online Library, CINAHL, and Cochrane, including all randomised clinical trials published in the last ten years that evaluated basic life support training methods among these students. We selected a total of 11 randomissed clinical trials that met the inclusion criteria. Participants were nursing and medicine students who received theoretical and practical training in basic life support. The studies showed a great heterogeneity in training methods and evaluators, as did the feedback devices used in the practical evaluations and in the measurement of quality of cardiorespiratory resuscitation. In spite of the variety of information resulting from the training methods in basic life support, we conclude that mannequins with voice-guided feedback proved to be more effective than the other resources analysed for learning.

scholarly journals Comparative assessment of basic life support knowledge between professional nurses and nursing students

2018 ◽  
Vol 6 (1) ◽  
pp. 54
Author(s):  
Basma Salameh ◽  
Ahmad Batran ◽  
Ahmad Ayed ◽  
Mohammad Zapen ◽  
Ali Ammash ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Nursing Students ◽  
Basic Life Support ◽  
Life Support ◽  
Comparative Assessment ◽  
Professional Nurses

scholarly journals Basic life support training methods in nursing education: An integrative literature review

2020 ◽  
Vol 7 (5) ◽  
pp. 120-127
Author(s):  
Maicon de Araujo Nogueira ◽  
Fabiola Gonçalves de Oliveira ◽  
Antônio Sergio Ferreira de Lima ◽  
Benedita Farias Caldas ◽  
Ruth Helena Santos Rodrigues ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Nursing Education ◽  
Literature Review ◽  
Basic Life Support ◽  
Life Support ◽  
Training Methods

“Pediatric Life Savers” – a Novel Approach to Teaching Basic Life Support to Parents in the Hospital

PEDIATRICS ◽  
2016 ◽  
Vol 137 (Supplement 3) ◽  
pp. 85A-85A
Author(s):  
Jared V. Goodman ◽  
Amar Shah ◽  
Bryan A. Sisk ◽  
Amanda R. Emke
Keyword(s):  
Basic Life Support ◽  
Life Support ◽  
Novel Approach ◽  
Approach To Teaching

Knowledge about basic life support in European students

2014 ◽  
Vol 155 (21) ◽  
pp. 833-837 ◽  
Author(s):  
József Marton ◽  
Attila Pandúr ◽  
Emese Pék ◽  
Krisztina Deutsch ◽  
Bálint Bánfai ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Basic Life Support ◽  
Life Support ◽  
European Countries ◽  
Eastern European ◽  
Knowledge And Skills ◽  
European Students ◽  
Western European ◽  
Eastern European Countries ◽  
European Youth

Introduction: Better knowledge and skills of basic life support can save millions of lives each year in Europe. Aim: The aim of this study was to measure the knowledge about basic life support in European students. Method: From 13 European countries 1527 volunteer participated in the survey. The questionnaire consisted of socio-demographic questions and knowledge regarding basic life support. The maximum possible score was 18. Results: Those participants who had basic life support training earned 11.91 points, while those who had not participated in lifesaving education had 9.6 points (p<0.001). Participants from former socialist Eastern European countries reached 10.13 points, while Western Europeans had average 10.85 points (p<0.001). The best results were detected among the Swedish students, and the worst among the Belgians. Conclusions: Based on the results, there are significant differences in the knowledge about basic life support between students from different European countries. Western European youth, and those who were trained had better performance. Orv. Hetil., 2014, 155(21), 833–837.

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