Dong Hyun Choi MD PHD , Jeong Ho Park MD PHD , Yoon Ha Joo PHD , Ki Hong Kim MD PHD , Hyunjin Joo MSC , Hyoun-Joong Kong PHD , Kyoung Jun Song MD PHD , Sang Do Shin MD PHD
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Abstract
Background
Decentralized self-instruction basic life support (BLS) training is gaining interest.
Objectives
We evaluated the feasibility and effectiveness of Beep-cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), a cost-effective, at-home, self-instruction BLS training program, on CPR performance.
Methods
This randomized noninferiority simulation trial compared CPR performance between Beep-CPR and conventional BLS training in healthy adults. Beep-CPR training comprised a 30-min self-instruction session using a smartphone and low-cost CPR manikin with real-time sound-based feedback. Conventional training involved a 30-min instructor-led group session. CPR performance was assessed by a blinded assessor using a standardized scenario. Primary outcome was mean compression depth. Secondary outcomes included mean compression rate, mean chest compression release velocity (CCRV), and overall BLS performance score.
Results
One hundred participants (mean age [standard deviation (SD)]: 41.8 years [14.0], 36% male) were randomized. Beep-CPR training was noninferior to conventional BLS training in compression depth (mean [SD]: 6.1 [0.8] cm vs. 6.0 [0.8] cm; mean difference [95% confidence interval], 0.1 [0.0–0.1] cm; noninferiority p < 0.001). There were no significant differences in the mean (SD) compression rate (111 [14]/min vs. 111 [13]/min), mean CCRV (451 [76] mm/s vs. 444 [76] mm/s), or overall BLS performance score (7.4 [1.1] vs. 7.7 [0.6]). The mean System Usability Score for Beep-CPR was 80.4 (SD: 12.9), indicating “good” usability and user satisfaction.
Conclusion
Beep-CPR training is feasible for use in real-world CPR training environments and is not inferior to conventional BLS training in terms of CPR performance. This program offers a promising approach to expanding decentralized, at-home BLS education.
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