Automated external defibrillator skills among lay people in the region of Koroska: a pilot study
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Background. In the region of Koroška, there are more and more public spaces equipped with automated external defibrillators which can be used by a witnessed bystander. The aim of this study was to gain insight into the skills required for using automated external defibrillators. Methods. This was a cross-sectional survey conducted in two family medicine practices. We included volunteers who visited their family doctor during a period of four days. Skills were assessed in a virtual setting using a plastic manikin. Results. There were 107 participants in the sample, 60.0% were women. Average age of the sample was 47.6±16.8 years. In the practical part (skills testing), the participants earned 2.7 points from a total of 5 points. Younger participants and those who attended a course in basic life support, in the past 10 years, had a significantly higher score. Conclusion. Lay people need more education regarding skills for using automated external defibrillators. ZALIKA KLEMENC KETIS ( ) Department of Family Medicine Maribor and Ljubljana Medical School Taborska ulica 8, 2000 Maribor
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تاریخ انتشار 2014