[Theoretical training for nurses in cardiac arrest attendance]

Area of Science:

• Nursing Education
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Training

Context:

• Effective cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) skills are critical for nurses.
• Assessing the impact of theoretical qualification programs on nursing knowledge is essential for improving patient outcomes.

Purpose:

• To implement and evaluate a theoretical qualification program for nurses in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR).
• To compare the theoretical knowledge of nurses in an experimental group receiving the program with a control group.

Summary:

• The study involved two groups of nurses: Group A (control) and Group B (experimental).
• Performance scores were assessed at three stages: pre-qualification, one week post-qualification, and three months post-qualification.
• Group B demonstrated significantly higher performance scores in Stages II and III compared to Group A (p<0.001).
• While Group B's performance slightly declined from Stage II to Stage III, it remained superior to Group A, which showed gradual improvement.

Impact:

• The theoretical qualification program enhanced nurses' CPR knowledge, with the experimental group showing superior outcomes.
• Findings suggest the need for ongoing reinforcement or adjustments to theoretical programs to maintain long-term knowledge retention in CPR.
• This research contributes to evidence-based strategies for improving nursing competency in emergency care.