Basic Life Support Training Research Articles

BLS Training on The Application of BLS and The Standard Operational Procedures First AID on Emergeny Tourism at Tanjung Karang Beach Donggala District

Indonesia is an archipelago consisting of around 17,508 islands, 70% of which are oceans. Indonesia's seas are rich in natural resources, including coral reefs and marine animals. However, this natural wealth can cause problems and is fatal to humans due to stings from animals in the sea. In other emergency conditions, people can drown, causing suffocation and heart attacks. First aid in emergencies is basic life support (BLS), which can be done by people who have received training. Tanjung Karang Beach is a domestic and international tourist destination; however, health services and experts in providing BLS are not yet available. The data from 2015 to 2022 reported the occurrences of tourist vehicle accidents, tourists were stung by Marlyn fish stabs, and the incident of people drowning resulted in death without emergency action. This study aimed to determine the effect of BLS training on applying BLS and standard operational procedures in emergency first aid. The research method was a quasi-experimental pretest and posttest group design. The population was lifeguards and tourist vehicle drivers, with samples taken purposively. The measurement of the application of BLS was carried out twice: before and after training. Data analysis used univariate and bivariate analyses. The results showed a mean value before training was 1.37, with a standard deviation was 0.684. The mean value after training was 14.63, and the standard deviation was 1.383. The dependent T-test results were 13.263, and the standard deviation was 1.327, with a p-value of 0.000 (p<0,005). The conclusion is that BLS training affects the application and operational standards of BLS training. Training members are recommended to apply for BLS in caring for the victims, and the Donggala Regency Government is to organize a tourist clinic in Tanjung Karang Beach and empower training personnel as rescuers.

Prevalence of medical emergency events in primary dental care within the UK

Introduction Dental professionals have an ethical and legal obligation to diagnose and manage medical emergencies which may occur in primary dental care.Aims and objectives To investigate the prevalence of medical emergencies in UK primary dental care and explore the medical emergency training needs of UK primary dental care professionals.Design and setting Cross-sectional survey, targeting dentists, dental hygienists and dental therapists across the UK working within primary dental care.Materials and methods An online survey was distributed via dental society mailing lists, social media groups and a dental conference. The questionnaire consisted of participants demographics and training in, prevalence of and confidence surrounding medical emergencies.Results Respondents (n = 400) were dentists (55.8%), dental hygienists/therapists (38.8%) and specialists (5.5%). Most participants received basic life support training (62%) in 2019, before COVID-19. The most common medical emergencies were syncope, non-specific collapse and hypoglycaemia, being encountered every 1.59, 1.64 and 8.26 years, respectively. The preferred method for medical emergency training was practical based, with more training in administering emergency drugs and equipment identified as a training need.Conclusion Dental professionals will encounter medical emergencies in primary dental care every 1-2 years and are therefore not uncommon.

Parental perceptions of the importance of pediatric out-of-hospital cardiopulmonary resuscitation for the survival rate in Saudi Arabia: a cross-sectional survey

BackgroundPediatric out-of-hospital cardiac arrest is associated with high morbidity and mortality rates. Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), the practice of chest compressions combined with rescue breathing, is crucial for the success of out-of-hospital resuscitation after sudden cardiac arrest. Thus, imparting the requisite knowledge and skills to parents/caregivers can significantly enhance survival rates. This study investigated parental awareness of the impact of out-of-hospital pediatric CPR on survival rates in Saudi Arabia.MethodsThis cross-sectional study was conducted using an online questionnaire administered to Saudi parents from all regions of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Data were collected using the convenience sampling method, as the questionnaire was distributed via social media platforms. The questionnaire consisted of five parts: (1) demographic data, (2) questions about parents’ perception of basic life support (BLS), (3) evaluation of parents’ knowledge of the impact of prehospital CPR on survival rates, (4) measurement of parents’ competency in performing pediatric CPR, and (5) assessment of whether parents’ confidence was affected by prior training. Statistical analyses were conducted using the chi-squared test or Fisher’s exact test, and the t-test was used to compare the mean scores of the groups of parents with medical and non-medical professional backgrounds.ResultsA total of 1,065 individuals responded to the survey. The respondents’ mean age was 41 ± 0.2 years and 46.5% were men. We found that 73.9% of respondents had no prior experience with BLS, 87% had never taken a BLS course, and 61% did not know where to find one. The majority of participants agreed that bystander CPR contributes to overall survival rates, and 77% agreed to the importance of BLS training. Medical professionals showed a higher percentage of agreement on the importance of BLS than those from non-medical backgrounds (90% vs. 76%, p = 0.036), especially parents of high-risk children.ConclusionThis study showed evidence of interest in CPR and BLS training in Saudi parents, despite the low levels of knowledge regarding BLS training.

Simulation of Basic Life Support (BLS) Training in Improving Self-Efficacy of Cardiac Arrest First Aid in Adolescents Home Mental Revolution WCS

ABSTRACT Basic life support (BLS) is an indispensable skill in handling cardiac arrest. However, not everyone has BLS knowledge and skills. BLS skills can be taught to youth through simulations and training. Adolescents have the potential to provide first aid for cardiac arrest but still lack the confidence and skills to do so. This community service is to improve the ability of adolescents to provide first aid for cardiac arrest so that they can have a positive impact in handling emergencies. Community service activities were carried out 2 times. The first meeting was on December 23, 2022, which was attended by 20 teenagers, and the second meeting on December 30, 2022, which was attended by 17 teenagers. Used is pre-experiment with a one-group pretest-posttest design with lecture, demonstration, simulation, discussion and question and answer methods. The results of this study provide significant results regarding the effectiveness of BLS training simulations in increasing first aid self-efficacy for cardiac arrest in adolescents. Youth can learn actively and be involved in hands-on practice used simulation method, which provides real experience in basic life support. Keywords: Basic Life Support (BLS), Self-Efficacy, Cardiac Arrest, Adolescent Age

New communication tool for basic life support training: smart glasses. A quasi-experimental study

AimTo analyze the effectiveness of a teaching-learning methodology for teletraining in basic life support (BLS) based on communication through smart glasses. DesignPilot quasi-experimental non-inferiority study. ParticipantsSixty college students. InterventionsRandomization of the participants in: tele-training through smart glasses (SG) and traditional training (C) groups. Both training sessions were very brief (less than 8 min) and included the same BLS content. In SG, the instructor trained through a video call with smart glasses. Main variables of interestThe BLS protocol, the use of AED, the quality of resuscitation and the response times were evaluated. ResultsIn most of the BLS protocol variables, the resuscitation quality and performance times, there were no statistically significant differences between groups. There were significant differences (in favor of the SG) in the assessment of breathing (SG: 100%, C: 81%; p = 0.013), the not-to-touch warning before applying the shock (SG: 79%, C: 52%; p = 0.025) and compressions with correct recoil (SG: 85%, C: 32%; p = 0.008). ConclusionsLaypeople BLS-AED brief tele-training through smart glasses could potentially be, at least, as effective as traditional training methods. In addition, smart glasses could be more advantageous than traditional teaching for certain points of the BLS protocol and chest compressions quality, probably due to the capability of real-time visualization of images which supports the BLS sequence. Augmented reality supported teaching should be considered for BLS training, although caution is required in extrapolating findings, and further in-depth studies are needed to confirm its potential role depending on concrete target populations and environments.

Importance of basic life support training in rural India.

Basic life support (BLS) provided right away can lower fatality rates. Cardiac arrest typically results in death within minutes if it is untreated. Therefore, it is of interest to assess how BLS training affected villagers. The pre-experimental one-group pre-test post-test design was chosen for the investigation. A non-probability volunteer sampling technique was adopted to collect a sample of 220 village residents who met the inclusion requirements. The participants received training in basic life support that is achieved by using a real-life role model, hands-on CPR instruction. Checklist served as a standardized method for assessing the BLS training program. The pre-test and post-test's means were 23.05 and 56.51, respectively, and their respective standard deviations were 11.89 and 8.27. The 'z test' calculation result is 12.36) The results showed that BLS training was more successful for villagers and that they required regular BLS training programs to maintain their BLS skill level.

First Aid For Accidents Knowledge Level Of Students at Budi Murni 2 Catholic Private High School Medan 2023

First Aid in Accidents is a program designed to provide emergency care and treatment to accident victims before they are taken to a hospital, health facility, or clinic where they can receive further medical care from a doctor or paramedic. If an accident or injury is not handled properly, it can develop into an emergency, resulting in serious injury and even death. First aid training and knowledge is very important for dealing with accidents because it teaches basic methods for saving victims from accidents and disasters that occur. This is so that with adequate preparation, such as basic life support training, reaction actions will be faster and more accurate, minimizing the number of victims and damage. The study's goal is to ascertain how "an overview of The degree of student understanding of first aid for emergencies at Budi Murni 2 Catholic Private High School Medan 2023 Purposive sampling was used in this study's descriptive design, with a total of 60 respondents. A questionnaire sheet is the tool that is being used, random sampling. The findings indicate that 96.7% of pupils have first aid knowledge for accidents, knowledge based on fainting was 80%, knowledge based on bleeding are 88.3%, based on broken bones 85%, and knowledge based on splint dressing is 58.3%. It is anticipated that students would become more knowledgeable about and capable of using first aid in accidents.

229 Insights gained from tailored basic life support training for older adults with visual impairments

229 Insights gained from tailored basic life support training for older adults with visual impairments

Basic life support training for laypeople in West Martapura District, South Kalimantan

Proficiency in basic life support (BLS) techniques significantly increases the chances of survival for victims, boosting their likelihood of recovery by approximately 80%. Basic life support involves actions aimed at maintaining an open airway, assisting with breathing, and ensuring circulation without the need for specialized equipment. These skills can be acquired by the general public without requiring extensive medical education. As a result, the primary objective of this community service initiative is to enhance the knowledge and proficiency of basic life support (BLS) among laypeople in the West Martapura District. Our methods include lectures, question-and-answer sessions, practical demonstrations, focus group discussions (FGDs), and hands-on BLS training using mannequins, all under the guidance and supervision of qualified instructors. The outcome of this program is an improved understanding and competency in applying BLS techniques, empowering ordinary individuals to confidently assist those in need within their community.

51 Basic life support training of the workers of the gold mining company at the remote site in the Kyrgyz Republic

51 Basic life support training of the workers of the gold mining company at the remote site in the Kyrgyz Republic

Basic Life Support Training for Posyandu Cadres in The Bumi Indah Residential Area of The Sakura Cluster, Tangerang District

One of the causes of the high mortality rate due to cardiac arrest that occurs outside thehospital is due to late help, which we still encounter today due to lack of responsiveness,lack of skills, and lack of public understanding of first aid measures when finding someonewith respiratory arrest or cardiac arrest. before being sent to health services. One of theimportant reasons, people need to know and have sufficient supplies to perform qualityCardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) is to anticipate people at home experiencingemergency conditions. The purpose of this community service activity is to carry out basiclife support activities using CPR techniques. The target of the service is the integratedhealth service at the Bumi Indah Cluster Sakura. The activity is carried out in one day onJuly 17, 2022, the stages of activity are preparation, implementation, and evaluation.Preparation was carried out by conducting a preliminary survey to see conditions in thefield and obtaining permission from RW 19 for the facilities used. Implementation is doneby distributing pretest questionnaires, delivery of materials, CPR practice, and post-test.Evaluation of activities is carried out for each stage by collecting and concluding data fromeach stage of activity. The result of the activity is the implementation of training activitiesfor providing Basic life support to integrated health services. Implementing lecturer andstudent activities and collaborating with HIPGABI Banten.

343 Tailored basic life support training for older adults with visual impairments: A pilot trial

343 Tailored basic life support training for older adults with visual impairments: A pilot trial

175 Basic life support training with augmented reality with smart glasses vs. traditional face-to-face education. A quasi-experimental pilot study

175 Basic life support training with augmented reality with smart glasses vs. traditional face-to-face education. A quasi-experimental pilot study

Gambaran Pengetahuan Perawat Tentang BHD Di Rumah Sakit Santa Elisabeth Medan Tahun 2023

Basic life support Basic life support (BHD) is an action or effort made to prolong life for sufferers whose lives are threatened. This study aims to determine the definition, purpose, indications and management of basic life support at Santa Elisabeth Hospital Medan. This type of research is descriptive with a total population of 250. Sampling is carried out using a purposive technique, with a total of 71 respondents. The results show that the knowledge of nurses at Santa Elisabeth Hospital Medan is in good category, 54 respondents (76.1%), 13 respondents (18.3%) sufficient, and 4 respondents (5.6%) lacking. It can be concluded from the study that the majority of nurses are categorized as "good". The definition of basic life support is categorized as good with the number of respondents 52 or (73.2%), enough 11 respondents (15.5%) and less 8 respondents (11.3%). In this research, basic life support goals can be categorized in the "good" category with 40 respondents (56.3%) being good, 25 respondents (35.2%) sufficient, and 6 respondents (8.5%) lacking. Indications for basic life support are categorized as "good" with a good number of respondents 61 (85.9%) and less than 10 respondents (14.1). management of basic life support can be categorized as "good" with the number of good respondents 48 respondents (67.6%), enough 18 respondents (25.4%) and less 5 (7.0%). Nurses at Santa Elisabeth Medan Hospital have quite good knowledge because there is support from basic life support training or BTCLS.

Comparison of instructor-led compression-only cardiopulmonary resuscitation and automated external defibrillator training for secondary school students: A multicenter noninferiority randomized trial

BackgroundMany barriers exist to the wider and sustainable implementation of basic life support (BLS) training in secondary schools. Whether trained teacher instructors are not worse than healthcare instructors by 20% (noninferiority margin) of simulated BLS skills for secondary school students is unclear. MethodsWe conducted a two-armed, parallel, noninferiority, blinded, randomized controlled trial at four secondary schools in Hong Kong after teachers had undergone BLS training. Students were randomized to either the trained teacher or healthcare instructor group for the 2-hour compression-only cardiopulmonary resuscitation and automated external defibrillator (CO-CPRAED) course. The assessors for the students’ BLS skill performance six months after the CO-CPRAED course were blinded. ResultsOf the 33 trained teachers, 13 (39.4%) volunteered to be instructors for the CO-CPRAED course. Three hundred and eleven students (median age: 15 years, 67% males) were randomized to either the teacher (n = 161) or healthcare (n = 150) instructor group. The BLS skill performance passing rate (%) at six months was high in both instructor groups (teacher: 88% versus healthcare: 91%; mean difference: −3%, 95% CI: −11% to 5%; P = 0.22). The students’ knowledge levels remained high (>90%) and were similar between instructor groups at six months (P = 0.91). The teachers’ willingness to teach BLS to students was mildly positive. However, the students were extremely positive towards learning and performing BLS. ConclusionsA brief 2-hour CO-CPRAED intervention by trained teachers was noninferior to healthcare instructors and it was associated with students’ very positive attitudes towards CPR, and retention of knowledge and BLS skills.

Development and evaluation of a virtual reality basic life support for undergraduate students in Thailand: a project by Mae Fah Luang University (MFU BLiS VR)

BackgroundIn traditional basic life support training for university students or the public, trainees practice simulations only once or twice during the course, potentially limiting their competence. In contrast, virtual reality allows trainees to independently study and practice as often as needed, enhancing their skills. This research and development project aimed to develop and evaluate a novel learning device, virtual reality basic life support for undergraduate students of Mae Fah Luang University (MFU BLiS VR).MethodsThis study employed a two-group, pre- and post-test design, involving seventy students (n = 35 in each group) from Mae Fah Luang University, Thailand. Data were collected from March 2022 to January 2023. The experimental group received the MFU BLiS VR, in addition to traditional teaching, while the control group received only traditional teaching. Data analysis employed descriptive statistics, Chi-square, Mann-Whitney U test, and Wilcoxon signed ranks test.Results“MFU BLiS VR” provided a learning experience in out-of-hospital basic life support for adult patients in four scenarios: (1) a person who was not breathing but had a pulse; (2) a person who was not breathing, had no pulse, and required defibrillation; (3) a person who was not breathing, had no pulse, and did not require defibrillation; and (4) a person with normal breathing and pulse but was unconscious. Each scenario was presented sequentially from scenario one to scenario four. The scenarios encompassed common and complex situations requiring prompt and effective bystander responses to save lives. The results revealed that the experimental group had a significantly shorter no-flow time compared to the control group (Z = -5.02, p < .001) and achieved significantly higher knowledge scores than the control group (Z = -3.39, p < .01) as well as superior practical skills (Z = -7.26, p < .001). Both groups reported the highest satisfaction levels in all aspects, with no significant differences.ConclusionMFU BLiS VR is an effective training approach for teaching and learning basic life support and the use of an automated electronic defibrillator. It captures students’ attention and enhances their understanding of these essential life support skills, which are crucial for everyone.

Nueva herramienta de comunicación para el entrenamiento de soporte vital básico: smart glasses. Un diseño cuasiexperimental

AimTo analyze the effectiveness of a teaching-learning methodology for teletraining in basic life support (BLS) based on communication through smart glasses. DesignPilot quasi-experimental non-inferiority study. ParticipantsSixty college students. InterventionsRandomization of the participants in: tele-training through smart glasses (SG) and traditional training (C) groups. Both training sessions were very brief (less than 8 minutes) and included the same BLS content. In SG, the instructor trained through a video call with smart glasses. Main variables of interestThe BLS protocol, the use of AED, the quality of resuscitation and the response times were evaluated. ResultsIn most of the BLS protocol variables, the resuscitation quality and performance times, there were no statistically significant differences between groups. There were significant differences (in favor of the SG) in the assessment of breathing (SG: 100%, CG: 81%; p=0.013), the not-to-touch warning before applying the shock (SG: 79%, CG: 52%; p=0.025) and compressions with correct recoil (SG: 85%, CG: 32%; p=0.008). ConclusionsLaypeople BLS-AED brief tele-training through smart glasses could potentially be, at least, as effective as traditional training methods. In addition, smart glasses could be more advantageous than traditional teaching for certain points of the BLS protocol and chest compressions quality, probably due to the capability of real-time visualization of images which supports the BLS sequence. Augmented reality supported teaching should be considered for BLS training, although caution is required in extrapolating findings, and further in-depth studies are needed to confirm its potential role depending on concrete target populations and environments.

School children brief training to save foreign body airway obstruction

Foreign body airway obstruction (FBAO) is a relatively common emergency and a potential cause of sudden death both in children and older people; bystander immediate action will determine the victim’s outcome. Although many school children’s basic life support (BLS) training programs have been implemented in recent years, references to specific training on FBAO are lacking. Therefore, the aim was to assess FBAO-solving knowledge acquisition in 10–13-year-old school children. A quasi-experimental non-controlled simulation study was carried out on 564 ten-to-thirteen-year-old children from 5 schools in Galicia (Spain). Participants received a 60-min training led by their physical education teachers (5 min theory, 15 min demonstration by the teacher, and 30 min hands-on training) on how to help to solve an FBAO event. After the training session, the school children’s skills were assessed in a standardized adult’s progressive FBAO simulation scenario. The assessment was carried out by proficient researchers utilizing a comprehensive checklist specifically designed to address the variables involved in resolving a FBAO event according with current international guidelines. The assessment of school children’s acquired knowledge during the simulated mild FBAO revealed that 62.2% of participants successfully identified the event and promptly encouraged the simulated patient to cough actively. When the obstruction progressed, its severity was recognized by 86.2% and back blows were administered, followed by abdominal thrusts by 90.4%. When the simulated victim became unconscious, 77.1% of children identified the situation and immediately called the emergency medical service and 81.1% initiated chest compressions. No significant differences in performance were detected according to participants’ age. Conclusion: A brief focused training contributes to prepare 10–13-year-old school children to perform the recommended FBAO steps in a standardized simulated patient. We consider that FBAO should be included in BLS training programs for school children.What is Known:• Kids Save Lives strategy states that school children should learn basic life support (BLS) skills because of their potential role as first responders.• This BLS training does not include content for resolving a foreign body airway obstruction (FBAO).What is New:• Following a 60-min theoretical-practical training led by physical education teachers, 10–13-year-old school children are able to solve a simulated FBAO situation.• The inclusion of FBAO content in BLS training in schools should be considered.

A Survey of Academic Neonatologists on Neonatal Electrical Cardioversion and Defibrillation.

This study aimed to assess neonatologists' experience and comfort with neonatal electrical cardioversion or defibrillation (EC-D). Electronic surveys were distributed to academic neonatologists affiliated with 12 Midwest academic hospitals. Neonatologists were asked about their residency training; years since completing residency; current certification/competency training in the Basic Life Support (BLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP); experiences with EC-D; availability of a pediatric cardiologist; and their comfort levels with such procedures. Standard statistical tests evaluated comfort with EC-D. Seventy-two out of 180 neonatologists responded to the survey (response rate = 40%). Of them, 98.6% (71), 54.2% (39), and 37.5% (27) maintained current NRP, BLS, and PALS trainings, respectively. Also, 73.6% (n = 53) reported having performed neonatal EC-D. Of those, 50.9% (n = 27) indicated feeling slightly to very uncomfortable performing EC-D. We report a lack of BLS certification being associated with a lack of comfort (odds ratio [OR]: 0.269, 95% confidence interval [CI]: [0.071, 0.936]), and a positive association between a pediatric cardiologist being present and being uncomfortable (OR: 3.722, 95% CI: [1.069, 14.059]). Those reporting greater volume and more recent experience with EC-D report more comfort. Of neonatologists who performed EC-D, half of them reported being uncomfortable. BLS certification and experience are positively associated with comfort in performing EC-D. Simulations to increase training in EC-D should be offered regularly to academic neonatologists. · Most neonatologists have performed EC-D, but many feel uncomfortable with performing EC-D.. · Many do not maintain current certification in BLS, PALS, or ACLS.. · Simulation training in EC-D will increase comfort with EC-D..

Knowledge of handling medical emergencies among general dental practitioners pan India: a cross-sectional survery

BackgroundMedical emergency situations in dental clinics have been contemplated to be an issue in most of the countries by reason of dentist’s lack of knowledge and preparedness to attend emergency situations in dental offices. The aim of this paper is to observe the knowledge, attitude, and perceived confidence of the general dental practitioners regarding emergency medical care and its practical application. Questionnaire on knowledge assessment was circulated among 500 dentists using printed questionnaire formats and various social media platforms. The questionnaire included details on treating hypertensive patients, cardiopulmonary resuscitation training, accessibility of medical emergency equipments in the dental clinics, prevalence of medical emergency cases in the dental office and the self-assessed competence to handle medical emergency situations in the dental clinics. Data was surveyed and scrutinized using the Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS), version 17 (SPSS Inc., Chicago IL). Descriptive statistics was tabulated and Chi square tests was applied.Findings500 general dental practitioners pan India were involved in the study (294 were females and 207 were males). They were grouped into different age groups (20–30 yrs, 30–40 yrs, 40–50 yrs, 50 and above) and experience (0–5 yrs, 5–10 yrs and more than 10 years). 279 participants did not attend any medical emergency training whereas, 222 participants from all groups attended training program. It was observed that with increased experience in the field, the knowledge, awareness and confidence to treat medical emergency situation in the dental clinics was better. Dentists should update themselves from time-to-time with the latest technologies in the field and need to attend training programs to handle any medical emergency situations in the dental offices. Medical emergencies in a dental clinic can be encountered at any point of time and the clinician should have apt knowledge in handling such situations. Majority of the dentists feel subdued in managing medical situations in dental offices. Training and workshops for handling medical situations in the dental offices should be mandated at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels. This will help the dentist to shape one’s confidence in managing such situations without apprehension. Availability of proper infrastructure and equipments is recommended in every dental clinics so as to ease the handling of the situation.ConclusionThis paper enlightens the need of basic life support training on regular basis among the dentists to improve the competence among them and to improve the confidence in handling such situations.