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A non-randomized comparison of e-learning and classroom delivery of basic life support with automated external defibrillator use: A pilot study

Moule, Pam; Albarran, John; Bessant, Elizabeth; Brownfield, Chris; Pollock, Jon

Authors

Pam Moule

John Albarran

Elizabeth Bessant

Chris Brownfield

Jon Pollock Jon.Pollock@uwe.ac.uk
Associate Professor in Epidemiology



Abstract

This pilot study investigated whether computer-based learning package followed by practical instruction and traditional classroom methods were comparable in developing knowledge and skills in basic life support with automated external defibrillator. Eighty-three mental health care professionals were allocated to one of two groups. Twenty-eight completed an e-learning package, and the remaining 55 received delivery of content in a classroom. Using standardized assessment methods, comparisons of participant knowledge gain and performance in resuscitation were made. Significant increases in knowledge followed training. No differences were found with basic resuscitation skills or in the time taken to the first shock; however, both groups were inaccurate with electrode pad placement. E-learners performed slightly better in 21 of the 30 observed skills. Overall group performance did not differ suggesting computer-based education has the potential to prepare learners in resuscitation knowledge and skills to comparable levels of classroom courses. © 2008 The Authors. Journal compilation, 2008 Blackwell Publishing Asia Pty Ltd.

Citation

Moule, P., Albarran, J., Bessant, E., Brownfield, C., & Pollock, J. (2008). A non-randomized comparison of e-learning and classroom delivery of basic life support with automated external defibrillator use: A pilot study. International Journal of Nursing Practice, 14(6), 427-434. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1440-172X.2008.00716.x

Journal Article Type Article
Publication Date Dec 1, 2008
Journal International Journal of Nursing Practice
Print ISSN 1322-7114
Electronic ISSN 1440-172X
Publisher Wiley
Peer Reviewed Not Peer Reviewed
Volume 14
Issue 6
Pages 427-434
DOI https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1440-172X.2008.00716.x
Keywords e-learning, classroom delivery, resuscitation, automated external defibrillator use, basic life support, non-randomized study
Public URL https://uwe-repository.worktribe.com/output/1007169
Publisher URL http://dx.doi.org/10.1111/j.1440-172X.2008.00716.x