Effect of an Educational Intervention on CPR Knowledge and Skills in 7- and 8-Year-Old Schoolchildren: A Non-Randomized Controlled Trial
Trial Snapshot
- Phase
- Not Applicable
- Status
- Not yet recruiting
- Enrollment
- 388
- Locations
- 1
- Primary Endpoint
- Change in knowledge and practical skills in basic CPR-specifically, the first link in the chain of survival
Study Overview
Brief Summary
This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of a CPR intervention for children aged 7 and 8. Given the high prevalence of out-of-hospital cardiac arrests (OHCA) and the proven benefits of early CPR training, the study seeks to determine whether a structured intervention can improve young children's knowledge and skills in basic life support.
What is the effect of a CPR training intervention on the knowledge and skills of 7- and 8-year-old schoolchildren?
Cardiac arrest is a leading cause of mortality worldwide. Research shows that survival rates increase significantly when CPR is performed promptly by a trained bystander. Countries with early CPR training programs in schools, such as Norway and Denmark, report better survival outcomes. However, in Latin America, CPR education in schools is still in its early stages. Evidence suggests that children can effectively learn and retain CPR knowledge, and they can serve as multipliers by passing their knowledge to family and peers.
Study Design:
This is a non-randomized, double-blind controlled trial with four phases:
Detailed Description
Intervention Design - Developing an age-appropriate CPR training intervention based on educational and cognitive development theories.
Content Validation - Experts in child education and health professionals will assess the content and delivery methods.
Validation of Assessment Tools - Ensuring reliability in measuring children's CPR knowledge and skills.
Intervention Implementation and Evaluation - The intervention will be conducted in schools, with pre- and post-tests assessing knowledge and skills retention after 3 months.
Expected Outcomes:
Study Design
- Study Type
- Interventional
- Allocation
- Non Randomized
- Intervention Model
- Parallel
- Primary Purpose
- Supportive Care
- Masking
- Triple (Participant, Care Provider, Outcomes Assessor)
Masking Description
In this study, masking is implemented to minimize bias in outcome assessment. Specifically, both the participants and the investigators conducting the measurements are blinded to the group assignments. In addition, the statistician responsible for data analysis remains masked to the intervention allocation. To further reduce potential contamination, different educational institutions have been selected for each arm of the study. This comprehensive masking approach ensures that data collection, evaluation, and analysis are conducted without bias from knowledge of group allocation.
Eligibility Criteria
- Ages
- 7 Years to 8 Years (Child)
- Sex
- All
- Accepts Healthy Volunteers
- Yes
Inclusion Criteria
- •Schoolchildren aged between 7 and 8 years.
- •Students enrolled in an educational institution that has authorized their participation in the study.
- •Not participating in any other intervention or educational program related to CPR during the study period.
Exclusion Criteria
- •Students whose parents, legal guardians, teachers, or the students themselves report any health condition that prevents them from participating in the study.
- •Students who indicate having received prior training in CPR or related skills.
- •Students whose parents, legal guardians, or teachers report any cognitive condition that limits their ability to understand and follow the instructions necessary to learn and practice CPR in simulated scenarios.
Arms & Interventions
Intervention Arm
This group of students receives the structured educational program designed to teach the first link in the chain of survival, specifically tailored for their age. The intervention is delivered in the school setting and focuses on enhancing the knowledge and practical CPR skills of 7- and 8-year-old children.
Intervention: Intervention for Teaching the First Link in the Chain of Survival to 7- and 8-Year-Old Children (Other)
Control Arm
This group does not receive the CPR educational intervention during the study period but will receive a first aid intervention that does not include teaching the first link in the chain of survival. This group serves as a reference to compare and evaluate the effectiveness of the program implemented in the intervention group.
Intervention: Placebo Intervention - First Aid (Excluding Basic CPR) (Other)
Outcomes
Primary Outcomes
Change in knowledge and practical skills in basic CPR-specifically, the first link in the chain of survival
Time Frame: 3 moths
The primary outcome measure for this study is the change in knowledge and practical skills in basic CPR-specifically, the first link in the chain of survival-among 7- and 8-year-old schoolchildren. This will be assessed through a structured pre- and post-intervention questionnaire that evaluates theoretical understanding of CPR and an observational checklist used during simulated scenarios to gauge practical skill execution.
Secondary Outcomes
No secondary outcomes reported
Investigators
Diana Maria Blanco Avila
Principal researcher
Universidad Nacional de Colombia