[Training in cardiopulmonary resuscitation: impact on the theoretical knowledge of nurses].
This cross-sectional study aimed at evaluating the knowledge of nurses on cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) as a function of the time elapsed since training was concluded. The study was performed in a general hospital in Porto Alegre, Rio Grande do Sul, during July and August, 2005. Nurses were assigned to groups 1 (33 nurses, in units equipped with a heart monitor and a cardiac defibrillator) and 2 (23 nurses, in units without this equipment). Nurses in group 1 showed better knowledge on the recognition of electrocardiographic recordings, and 91% of them recognized the ventricular fibrillation algorithm. Among nurses in group 2, 85% had knowledge on issues relative to basic care. The results showed that training in CPR generates positive results. Continued and systematic education strategies are essential to ensure better performance of the nursing team.
Bertoglio
Vanderléia Morlin
VM
Hospital Moinhos de Vento, Rio Grande do Sul, Brasil.
Azzolin
Karina
K
de Souza
Emiliane Nogueira
EN
Rabelo
Eneida Rejane
ER
D000328:Adult; D016887:Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation / Q000193:education* / Q000451:nursing*; D002983:Clinical Competence; D003430:Cross-Sectional Studies; D004506:Education, Nursing; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male