Impact on retention: comparison of two CPR training programs

CPR trainees who completed 8-hour, 3 session and 4-hour single session courses were studied for skill and cognitive retention one year after certification. Knowledge and performance scores were significantly higher for trainees from the long course, but performance skills for both groups were below...

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Published in:American journal of public health (1971) 1982-08, Vol.72 (8), p.849-852
Main Authors: Gombeski, W R, Jr, Effron, D M, Ramirez, A G, Moore, T J
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Adolescent
Adult
Aged
Evaluation Studies as Topic
Female
Humans
Male
Memory
Mental Recall
Middle Aged
Resuscitation - education
Teaching - methods
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Summary:CPR trainees who completed 8-hour, 3 session and 4-hour single session courses were studied for skill and cognitive retention one year after certification. Knowledge and performance scores were significantly higher for trainees from the long course, but performance skills for both groups were below certification level when compared to American Heart Association standards. The findings suggest the need for further evaluation of course components which could improve retention levels for all trainees.
ISSN:0090-0036
1541-0048
DOI:10.2105/AJPH.72.8.849