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People with visual, hearing disabilities, or Down syndrome can learn basic life support (BLS) skills. This study reviewed BLS training methods for individuals with disabilities, finding limited but effective programs for improving survival rates.

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  • Emergency Medicine
  • Disability Studies

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  • Integrating individuals with disabilities into basic life support (BLS) training can increase trained laypersons.
  • This can potentially improve survival rates in emergency situations.

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  • To analyze existing BLS educational methods for people with specific disabilities.
  • To evaluate the impact of these methods on BLS maneuver quality.

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  • A scoping review of studies on BLS training for people with disabilities.
  • Searched MEDLINE, EMBASE, and Cochrane Library up to August 4, 2023.
  • Analyzed 14 studies based on objective, population, resources, content, and evaluation.

Main Results:

  • BLS training strategies for people with disabilities are limited.
  • Individuals with visual, hearing impairments, or Down syndrome can learn BLS maneuvers.
  • CPR quality outcomes were mixed, indicating areas for improvement.

Conclusions:

  • People with visual, hearing disabilities, or Down syndrome can effectively learn BLS maneuvers.
  • Further development of inclusive BLS training programs is warranted.