Effectiveness of Basic Life Support Training for Rural Community Dwelling Elderly

Study Overview
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Brief Summary
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The goal of this pre-post study is to test the effectiveness of basic life support (BLS) training for rural community-dwelling Elderly. The main question it aims to answer are can the training program tailored for rural elderly improve basic life support knowledge, attitude, and skills? Participants will receive an innovative BLS training program.

Official Title
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Chang Gung University of Science and Technology

Conditions
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Community Dwelling

Intervention / Treatment
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* Behavioral: BLS training program


Participation Criteria
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Eligibility Criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: age older than 65-year-old, intact cognition, coordinated activities, and no history of severe cardiovascular disease, asthma, or lower extremity impairment. Exclusion Criteria: severe visual and hearing impairment, impractical to move, and mental illness.

Ages Eligible for Study
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Minimum Age: 65 Years

Sexes Eligible for Study
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All

Accepts Healthy Volunteers
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Accepts Healthy Volunteers

Study Plan
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How is the study designed?
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Design Details

Primary Purpose: Health Services Research
Intervention Model: Single Group Assignment
Masking: None (Open Label)


Arms and Interventions

| Participant Group/Arm | Intervention/Treatment |
| --- | --- |
| Experimental: Experimental arm<br>Geriatric-specific BLS training program | Behavioral: BLS training program<br>* BLS training program was in accordance with the 2020 AHA cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) guidelines. The BLS training program adopts 4D teaching techniques, namely description (Describe), demonstration (Demo), implementation (Do), feedback (Debriefing).<br>|

What is the study measuring?
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Primary Outcome Measures

| Outcome Measure | Measure Description | Time Frame |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Changes to the BLS Knowledge Questionnaire | The BLS knowledge assessment consisted of 10 questions with structured yes or no answers and was based on expert consensus from the AHA (AHA, 2020). Scores were calculated based on the number of correct answers given, with higher scores indicating a greater understanding of BLS. | Completion by study, average 60 minutes. | 
| Changes to the BLS attitude Questionnaire | The BLS attitude questionnaire contained five statements with five-point Likert-type scale responses ranging from strongly agree to strongly disagree. Positive attitudinal answers awarded higher scores. | Completion by study, average 60 minutes. | 
| The observable BLS skill checklist | The observable BLS skill checklist included ten steps related to BLS practices, such as assessing responsiveness, calling for help, and using an AED. The researcher completed the checklist and rated each step on a 2-point scale, with higher scores indicating better BLS practices. | Completion by study, average 60 minutes. | 

 Terms related to the study
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Keywords Provided by Centre Hospitalier Valida
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Elderly, Basic Life Support, Rural Community Dwelling