Exploring the Functionality of Technology-driven CPR Training Methodologies Among Healthcare Practitioners: A...

Area of Science:

• Medical Education
• Emergency Medicine
• Health Informatics

Background:

• Traditional cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) training methods are evolving with technology.
• Smartphone applications offer accessible, interactive CPR skill development with real-time feedback.
• Evaluating novel digital tools is crucial for enhancing healthcare practitioner proficiency.

Purpose of the Study:

• To assess the effectiveness of a smart-cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) application for healthcare practitioners.
• To compare the impact of a smartphone-based CPR training tool against traditional methods.

Main Methods:

• A randomized controlled pilot study involving 30 healthcare practitioners.
• Utilized American Heart Association (2020) Basic Life Support questionnaire and skills checklist.
• Employed repeated analysis of variance and Cochran's Q test for data analysis.

Main Results:

• Both control and intervention groups demonstrated improved CPR knowledge and skills post-training.
• The intervention group using the smart-CPR app showed significantly greater improvements compared to the control group.
• The smart-CPR app group exhibited higher skills assessment pass rates over two months.

Conclusions:

• The smart-CPR application is a valuable tool for refreshing and maintaining CPR proficiency.
• Smartphone-based CPR training offers convenience and cost-effectiveness for practitioners and the community.
• Comprehensive smartphone CPR training is recommended to supplement formal education and improve outcomes.