A novel scoring system and correlative analysis of the strength and effectiveness of nationwide high school cardiopulmonary resuscitation mandates: Insights from a high school CPR study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Numerous states have introduced cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) training mandates for high school students and staff to prevent sudden cardiac death (SCD). However, the content and implementation of these mandates vary substantially. Furthermore, a comprehensive and objective assessment of these mandates and their impact is lacking.

Objective

We aimed to conduct a thorough evaluation of CPR training mandates across the United States.

Methods

We developed a novel scoring system based on proposed CPR standards, training and certification requirements, and legislative action to assess current mandates. This was used to rate the CPR mandates across all 50 states and the District of Columbia. Mandate scores were then compared with available real-world regist

SUBMITTER: Katapadi A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11743825 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature