Why the study?
Sudden cardiac death is a leading cause of cardiovascular-related deaths often occurring outside hospitals, prompting the need to assess baseline awareness and skills in performing CPR among the population in Palestine.
Does prior CPR training improve awareness and knowledge of cardiac arrest management among the general public in Palestine?
Does prior CPR training improve awareness and knowledge of cardiac arrest management among the general public in Palestine?
There is a significant gap in CPR training among the Palestinian public, and addressing this through education is crucial as training significantly improves the recognition of cardiac arrest and appropriate emergency responses.
Suboptimal CPR awareness in Palestine supports targeted public training; leaves open whether education improves OHCA survival.
BACKGROUND: Sudden cardiac death (SCD) is a leading cause of cardiovascular-related deaths, often occurring outside hospitals in undiagnosed individuals. Our study aims to assess the baseline awareness and skills in performing CPR among the population in Palestine. METHODS: A cross-sectional study was conducted using an online questionnaire to assess CPR knowledge among residents of the West Bank, Palestine. Convenience sampling targeted 300 participants via social media. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and chi-square tests to examine associations. RESULTS: The study surveyed 555 participants, revealing that 58.2% lacked CPR training. Awareness of cardiac arrest signs varied, with chest pain being the most recognized 19%. CPR training significantly improved participants' recognition and response to cardiac emergencies. CONCLUSION: Addressing the fear of legal consequences is crucial to encourage bystander assistance. We recommend increasing first aid awareness through scientific conferences, free training courses, media campaigns, and incentivized competitions.
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