Enhancing ACLS training effects through video-assisted boosting methods: A comparative analysis of self-simulation...

Area of Science:

• Medical Education
• Nursing Education
• Cardiology

Background:

• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) training is essential for nurses to improve cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) proficiency.
• Effective training strategies are needed to maintain and enhance nurses' ACLS competency.

Purpose of the Study:

• To evaluate the impact of learner-participation and instructor-led simulation videos on nurses' CPR skills.
• To assess the effectiveness of iterative learning through simulation videos for boosting ACLS proficiency.

Main Methods:

• A quasi-experimental, pretest-posttest design was used.
• 110 nurses were divided into three groups: self-video, model video, and comparison.
• Intervention groups watched simulation videos at 4-month intervals post-training.

Main Results:

• Both self-video and model video groups showed significantly better ACLS performance and knowledge scores compared to the control group at 4 and 8 months.
• Large effect sizes were observed for ACLS performance in both intervention groups.
• No significant differences were found in CPR self-efficacy or stress levels among the groups.

Conclusions:

• Simulation videos, both self-viewed and instructor-led, are effective for maintaining and improving nurses' ACLS competency.
• This approach offers a sustainable method for repetitive CPR training and continuous learning.
• Incorporating recorded simulation videos into clinical training is valuable for nursing professionals.