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Disaster Healthcare Workers' Experience of Using the Psychological First Aid Mobile App During Disaster Simulation
Yun-Jung Choi1, Hae-Sun Jung2, Eun-Ju Choi3
1Chung-Ang University, Red Cross College of Nursing, Seoul, Korea.
Disaster Medicine and Public Health Preparedness
|October 22, 2021
Summary
Disaster healthcare workers found Psychological First Aid (PFA) mobile app simulation training effective for enhancing disaster relief confidence and skills. This training improves mental health services for survivors.
Area of Science:
- Disaster medicine
- Mental health services
- Mobile health technology
Background:
- Disaster healthcare workers require specialized training for effective response.
- Simulation training offers a safe environment to practice disaster response skills.
- Mobile applications can enhance accessibility and delivery of training content.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate disaster healthcare workers' experiences with simulation training using the Psychological First Aid (PFA) mobile app.
- To assess the app's impact on participants' confidence and perceived effectiveness in disaster relief scenarios.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative research methodology employing focus group interviews.
- 19 disaster healthcare workers participated after attending simulation training (flood, fire, hazardous chemical leak).
- Participants used the PFA mobile app pre-simulation to practice techniques; data analyzed via content analysis.
Main Results:
- Participants reported realistic disaster situation experiences.
- High satisfaction with mobile app-based education methods.
- Perceived effectiveness of the PFA app in disaster relief.
- Increased confidence in disaster relief through integrated app knowledge and experience.
- Facilitated self-reflection and identification of areas for improvement.
Conclusions:
- The PFA mobile app and simulation training enhance disaster healthcare worker preparedness.
- Participant feedback provides a basis for improving the PFA app and training framework.
- The study proposes a new framework for disaster support education and mental health services for survivors.
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