dc.contributor.author | Wilks, Jeff | |
dc.contributor.author | Kanasa, Harry | |
dc.contributor.author | Pendergast, Donna | |
dc.contributor.author | Clark, Ken | |
dc.date.accessioned | 2018-04-13T01:15:52Z | |
dc.date.available | 2018-04-13T01:15:52Z | |
dc.date.issued | 2016 | |
dc.identifier.issn | 0156-5788 | |
dc.identifier.doi | 10.1071/AH15072 | |
dc.identifier.uri | http://hdl.handle.net/10072/100000 | |
dc.description.abstract | Objective. The aim of the present study was to determine whether a 1-day basic life support (BLS) training program can
significantly increase emergency response readiness for primary school children.
Methods. One hundred and seven children aged 11–12 years completed a program led by surf lifesaving instructors.
A 50-item quiz was administered 1 week before and 1 and 8 weeks after training.
Results. Significant improvements were gained in knowledge of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR; P < 0.001), the
response sequence for emergency situations (DRSABCD action plan) and various emergency scenarios, including choking
(P < 0.001) and severe bleeding (P < 0.001). Knowledge and understanding were retained at the 8-week follow-up. Students
reported increased confidence in assisting others after training, consistent with previous studies.
Conclusions. A 1-day training program can significantly increase BLS knowledge and confidence to provide
assistance in an emergency situation. Findings reinforce the value of school-based training that provides a general
foundation for emergency response readiness. | |
dc.description.peerreviewed | Yes | |
dc.language | English | |
dc.language.iso | eng | |
dc.publisher | CSIRO Publishing | |
dc.relation.ispartofpagefrom | 357 | |
dc.relation.ispartofpageto | 363 | |
dc.relation.ispartofjournal | Australian Health Review | |
dc.relation.ispartofvolume | 40 | |
dc.subject.fieldofresearch | Primary education | |
dc.subject.fieldofresearch | Physical education and development curriculum and pedagogy | |
dc.subject.fieldofresearchcode | 390304 | |
dc.subject.fieldofresearchcode | 390111 | |
dc.title | Emergency response readiness for primary school children | |
dc.type | Journal article | |
dc.type.description | C1 - Articles | |
dc.type.code | C - Journal Articles | |
gro.faculty | Arts, Education & Law Group, School of Law | |
gro.hasfulltext | No Full Text | |
gro.griffith.author | Pendergast AM, Donna L. | |
gro.griffith.author | Kanasa, Harry | |