The Effects of Repeated Basic Life Support Training on Teachers’ Knowledge and Skill Levels: A Quasi-experimental Study

Abstract

Aim: The purpose of this study is to research the effect of repeated theoretical and practical up to date basic life support (BLS) training that provides teachers the opportunity to improve knowledge and skill levels. Materials and Methods: This research was a pre-test, post-test, quasi-experimental study. The scope of the study included 65 teachers who participated in theoretical and practical up to date BLS training thirty days apart. A survey form including 19 questions was administered to determine pre-test and post-test theoretical knowledge about BLS. Skill level in BLS was assessed via BLS simulator model in terms of the followings; correct hand positioning, correct head positioning, sufficient depth and frequency of chest compressions. Results: A significant difference was found between pre-test level of knowledge before BLS training and post-test after the second training session (p