Implementation of school-based CPR training - A systematic review and mixed-methods <i>meta</i>-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Aim

Despite initiatives like "Kids Save Lives", CPR trainings are often poorly implemented, and bystander CPR rates remain low. This systematic review and mixed-methods meta-analysis of qualitative and quantitative studies aims to identify enablers and barriers to the implementation of school-based CPR training.

Methods

A systematic search was conducted across seven databases. Qualitative data were analyzed using thematic synthesis, and findings were evaluated with GRADE-CERQual. Quantitative data were synthesized through qualitative findings, providing deeper context using a convergent qualitative meta-integration approach.

Results

A total of 18 reports (7 qualitative and 11 quantitative) on school-based CPR training were included from an initial pool o

SUBMITTER: Sadjadi M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12033932 | biostudies-literature | 2025 May

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature