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Basic life support and use of automated external defibrillator by dentists in Greece: a questionnaire-based
Ioannis Tranoulis1, Anastasios Stefanakis2, Marilena Giannoudi3
1Department of Endodontology, School of Dentistry, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, 54124, Greece.
Background:
Cardiac arrest is a leading cause of death; timely intervention with basic life support (BLS) is crucial for healthcare providers, including dentists. This study aimed to assess awareness, educational level, and knowledge regarding the application of BLS and the use of an automated external defibrillator (AED) among dentists in Greece.
Methods:
A cross-sectional survey using an online questionnaire was conducted to collect demographic data, knowledge of BLS/Advanced Life Support (ALS), and experience in managing medical emergencies in dental practices. The results were statistically analysed, with the level of significance set at P < 0.05.
Results:
Overall, the national response rate among Greek dentists was 2.5%. A total of 354 dentists across Greece participated in the study. Attendance at CPR/AED courses was recorded for 67.5% of participants, while 29.4% reported holding active certification. A small proportion of the surveyed dentists had an AED in their dental practices (8.5%), and 47.4% did not possess a self-injectable adrenaline. Syncope was the most common medical emergency during dental procedures (50.3%). Dentists who attended BLS training sessions demonstrated more appropriate practice in managing medical emergencies (P < 0.05).
Conclusions:
Continuous training and ongoing professional development for dentists are essential for effectively handling medical emergencies. This study promotes a more proactive approach to enhancing competency in emergency care and the appropriate management of medical emergencies in dental practices.
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