Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) training for Non-professional rescuers: A quasi-experimental study in drivers

Introduction : Cardiac arrest that occurs outside of a hospital especially on roads that are far from medical facilities, is a critical health issue. Therefore, when bystanders immediately begin cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), they can double the chance of survival. This study aimed to determine the effect of basic cardiopulmonary resuscitation training on the knowledge, performance, and attitudes of intercity bus drivers. Material & Methodology: This quasi-experimental study was conducted on 44 intercity bus drivers in Iranshahr city, Iran in 2014. The samples were selected using a simple convenience method. Data were collected using a demographic information form, a knowledge and attitude questionnaire, and an observational checklist of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) performance designed by the researcher. Basic CPR training included two hours of oral training using lectures and questions and answers, as well as two hours of practical training using demonstrations, practicing on a mannequin, providing feedback, and correcting errors. The data were entered into SPSS statistical software version 16 and analyzed using descriptive statistical tests, Kolmogorov-Smirnov test, paired t-test, and chi-square test Findings: The results of this study showed that the difference in the mean scores of knowledge, performance and attitude of bus drivers after training was significant compared to before training, so that the significance level of knowledge was (P<0.001), performance (P<0.001) and attitude (P<0.001). Conclusion: Based on the findings of this study, it is possible to increase the performance, knowledge, and attitude of bus drivers by teaching them basic cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) techniques