Impact of VAK & Kolb-Based Education on CPR Knowledge & Skills Among Private Home Nurses in Qatar

Summary

Out-of-hospital cardiac arrest (OHCA) is a significant global health challenge, responsible for a substantial proportion of deaths worldwide. Immediate interventions, including cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and defibrillation, are crucial for achieving optimal outcomes such as restoration of spontaneous circulation (ROSC) and survival until hospital discharge.

Studies reveal that OHCA incidents are prevalent, with an average global incidence rate of 55 cases per 100,000 person-years. In the Gulf Cooperative Council (GCC) region, including Qatar, the majority of OHCA cases occur at home, emphasizing the importance of community-based interventions.

In Qatar, the supreme council of health mandates resuscitation certification for healthcare providers, with renewal periods varying based on the level of the resuscitation.

course. However, private home nurses, who often encounter OHCA cases first, may lack.

adequate CPR training. Unlike Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC) facilities, there are no dedicated CPR trainers for the private healthcare sector.

Training methods incorporating Kolb's Experiential Learning Cycle and Fleming's VAK model can enhance nurses' knowledge and practice. Kolb's model emphasizes experiential learning through reflection and active experimentation, while VAK tailors teaching methods to learners' preferences, including visual, auditory, reading/writing, and kinesthetic styles.

The private healthcare sector in Qatar, with around 5,846 nurses, including approximately 800 providing private nursing services at homes, plays a vital role in delivering healthcare services to the community. However, without adequate CPR training and support, private home nurses may not effectively manage OHCA cases.

To address this gap, it is crucial to establish official CPR training programs for private healthcare sectors, similar to those in HMC facilities. By incorporating diverse learning models and ensuring regular training sessions, private home nurses can acquire the necessary competencies to effectively respond to OHCA incidents, ultimately improving patient outcomes and reducing mortality rates in the community, A quasi-experimental (Pre-test and post-test) research design will be utilized t to evaluate the Influence of VAK and Kolb's Learning Theories on Basic Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Knowledge and Practices among Private Home Nurses in Qatar. This design facilitates the evaluation of the training's effectiveness by measuring changes in CPR knowledge and skills over time within the same group of nurses. Consequently, it offers valuable insights into the practical outcomes of the training interventions, aligning closely with the study's aim.

Conditions

• To Evaluate the Impact of a Basic Resuscitation Training Program on the Related Knowledge and Practices of CPR Among Private Home Nurses in Qatar

Interventions

OTHER

Eductional training program

Arms and Interventions Arms: VAK Learning Model Group: Description: Participants in this group will receive an educational program based on Fleming's VAK (Visual, Auditory, Kinesthetic) learning model. The program will tailor teaching methods to participants' sensory preferences (visual, auditory, or kinesthetic). Kolb Learning Cycle Group: Description: Participants in this group will receive an educational program based on Kolb's Experiential Learning Cycle. The program will emphasize experiential learning through concrete experiences, reflective observation, abstract conceptualization, and active experimentation. Interventions: VAK Educational Training Program: Description: A structured CPR training program designed to align with participants' sensory preferences (visual, auditory, or kinesthetic). The program includes: Visual components: Demonstrations, diagrams, and videos. Auditory components: Verbal instructions, discussions, and feedback. Kinesthetic components: Hands-on

Sponsors & Collaborators

• Hamad Medical Corporation

  collaborator INDUSTRY

• Assiut University

  lead OTHER

Study Design

Allocation

RANDOMIZED

Purpose

HEALTH_SERVICES_RESEARCH

Masking

TRIPLE

Model

PARALLEL

Eligibility

Max Age

60 Years

Sex

ALL

Healthy Volunteers

No

Timeline & Regulatory

Start

2024-07-01

Primary Completion

2025-09-01

Completion

2025-12-01

Countries

• Qatar

Study Locations