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Life After the Event: A Review of Basic Life Support Training for Parents Following Apparent Life-Threatening Events

W L Macken1, N Clarke1, M Nadeem1

  • 1Department of General Paediatrics, National Children's Hospital, Tallaght, Dublin.

Irish Medical Journal
|July 25, 2017
PubMed

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Caregiver training in Basic Life Support (BLS) after an Apparent Life-Threatening Event (ALTE) significantly reduces parental anxiety. This training is crucial for managing future emergencies and improving caregiver confidence.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatrics
  • Emergency Medicine
  • Cardiology

Background:

  • Apparent Life-Threatening Events (ALTEs) are a frequent reason for pediatric hospital admissions.
  • ALTEs cause considerable parental anxiety and distress.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) training is recommended for caregivers of infants experiencing ALTEs.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To determine the rate of BLS training among caregivers of children with ALTEs.
  • To evaluate parental experiences and anxiety levels post-discharge.
  • To assess the impact of BLS training on caregiver confidence and emergency preparedness.

Main Methods:

  • Phone interviews were conducted with parents following their child's discharge from the Emergency Department.
  • Data collected included caregiver BLS training status, parental anxiety levels, and subsequent need for resuscitation.
  • Caregiver use of non-medical grade monitors was also documented.

Main Results:

  • 68% of caregivers received BLS training.
  • 15% of children required BLS resuscitation post-discharge.
  • All interviewed parents reported decreased anxiety and a desire for retraining.
  • 77% of caregivers used non-medical grade monitors at home.

Conclusions:

  • Caregiver engagement in BLS training is high and effectively reduces anxiety.
  • Increased BLS instructor availability and group retraining sessions are recommended.
  • BLS training is vital for managing ALTEs and supporting families.

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