The effect of CPR educational package on knowledge and performance of nurses working in intensive care units

Abstract

Because nurses are present at the bedside of patients with cardiopulmonary arrest at the earliest opportunity, they should be sufficiently skilled in performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). Since 1980s, several studies have been performed on the skill of CPR. These studies showed the effect of the presence of trained people on the outcome of resuscitation, so the results of one of these studies indicated that the presence of a more skilled person can have a dramatic effect on the outcome of resuscitation. Researchers believe that each training leads to learning, but the depth and stability of learning are different in various teaching methods. Recent Studies have examined the effectiveness of various educational programs in creating sustainable learning. One of the most common methods for teaching CPR is the workshop method, which has been used in nursing since 1941. Considering the importance of the subject and the need to study the effect of training courses on the level of knowledge and CPR performance of health care professionals, especially nurses, the present study aimed to review the effect of training package on knowledge and CPR performance of nurses working in intensive care units (ICU). A review of the literature showed that the level of knowledge and performance of nurses about CPR increased significantly after training compared to before training. However, most nurses perform CPR based on old protocols, it is necessary to express these changes during retraining courses. In addition, due to the decrease in the level of knowledge and skills, it is necessary to repeat these courses overtime.

Self-Assessed Capabilities, Attitudes, and Stress among Pediatric Nurses in Relation to Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation

“… 10 , 11 The success of CPR is greatly improved by the presence of professional nurses, and the presence of someone with greater abilities and high self-efficacy can significantly improve the outcome. 12 …”

“…10,11 The success of CPR is greatly improved by the presence of professional nurses, and the presence of someone with greater abilities and high self-efficacy can significantly improve the outcome. 12 Fear of contracting a contagious infection and a lack of training, which could diminish confidence in doing CPR, are factors that have a detrimental impact on nursing staff's attitudes regarding the delivery of CPR. Similarly, medical professionals may be hesitant to administer mouth-to-mouth ventilation in the absence of the necessary equipment because of concern that they will become ill, do harm, or that the automated external defibrillator (AED) will not function as intended.…”

The Effect of Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Training on Nurses’ Education Level: Quasi-Experimental Study

“…(6) Literatürdeki araştırma sonuçları incelendiğinde hemşirelerin KPR ile ilgili yeterlilik kazanmaları, bilgi ve becerilerini sürdürmeleri için gereksinimlerinin belirlenmesi, eğitimlerin maket üzerinde uygulama yaparak güncellenmesi, düzenli eğitimlerin yapılması ve katılımın sağlanması önerilmektedir. (2,10,19) Hizmet içi eğitimler profesyonel bir meslek üyesinin güncel gelişmeleri mesleki uygulamalarına yansıtmasında önem taşımaktadır. (20) Çalışmamızda daha önce KPR uyguladığını bildiren hemşirelerin ön test puan ortalamasının yüksek olduğu (p<0.05), daha önce KPR uygulama durumuna göre son test ortalaması arasında anlamlı bir farklılık olmadığı belirlenmiştir (p>0.05).…”

Effectiveness of Training Programme on the Quality of Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation among Health Care Providers in Critical Care Units at Governmental Hospitals in Gaza Strip

“…However, because the majority of nurses still use outdated CPR methods, it is important to communicate these changes during retraining sessions. Additionally, repeating these courses over time is important due to the decline in knowledge and abilities (Erfanifam et al, 2022).…”

“…The utilization of a trained, committed team for resuscitation operations greatly enhances the resuscitation process, according to the findings of multiple studies (raising the number of successful resuscitation cases from 0.4% to 30%). According to several types of research, CPR instruction improves both patient survival and the effectiveness of doctors and nurses (Erfanifam et al, 2022).…”