Comparison between a low-cost model (CPR Pillow) and a mannequin in training hands only cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR): A randomised trial.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

CPR is an important lifesaving skill that can improve outcomes of patients in cardiac arrest. Mass training of hands-only CPR is one of the ways to spread information and teach this skill. Need for expensive CPR mannequins are a limiting factor in conducting such mass training programmes. This study assessed the effectiveness of a low-cost CPR pillow model in training hands-only CPR.

Methodology

Two hundred and six undergraduate students underwent a two-hour CPR training session. They were randomly divided into two groups - mannequin group and CPR pillow group and practiced hands-only CPR on a standard mannequin and a low-cost CPR pillow model, respectively. Knowledge, attitude, and skill acquisition were objectively assessed and compared between the two groups.

SUBMITTER: Nehra A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10714364 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature