CURRENT SCENARIO: KNOWLEDGE OF BASIC LIFE SUPPORT IN MEDICAL COLLEGE

Authors

  • Asmita Chaudhary Gujarat Cancer & Research Institute, Ahmedabad
  • Heena Parikh Gujarat Cancer & Research Institute, Ahmedabad
  • Viral Dave Gujarat Cancer & Research Institute, Ahmedabad

Keywords:

BLS, Knowledge, CPR, Doctors, Nursing staff

Abstract

A workshop has been conducted on basic skill of Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) among doctors and nursing staff in medical college. Theoretical aspect was explained through power point presentation whereas practical aspect was demonstrated through skill station. The results were analyzed by using an answer key prepared from BLS manual of American Heart Association (AHA). Out of 117 participants only three participants secured 80-90% marks in pretest whereas rest of secured less than 50% marks .Post workshop assessment was done with same question papers showed 70% candidates securing more than 80%. Hence BLS workshop is essential to improve knowledge and skill of CPR.

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Published

2011-12-31

How to Cite

Chaudhary, A. ., Parikh, H. ., & Dave, V. (2011). CURRENT SCENARIO: KNOWLEDGE OF BASIC LIFE SUPPORT IN MEDICAL COLLEGE. National Journal of Medical Research, 1(02), 80–82. Retrieved from https://njmr.in/index.php/file/article/view/888

Issue

Vol. 1 No. 02 (2011)

Section

Original Research Articles

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