Readiness of trained level 3 student nurses of Camarines Sur Polytechnic Colleges in providing basic life support and first aid procedures / Gladdice Ann B. Agapito, [and 4 others].

Undergraduate Theses (BSN) - Nursing. Camarines Sur Polytechnic Colleges, 2024.

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Basic Life Support (BLS) and First Aid are essential initial interventions provided at the scene of an accident or emergency before the arrival of professional medical help. This study aimed to assess the readiness of first-aid providers in terms of knowledge and skills among trained level 3 student nurses of Camarines Sur Polytechnic Colleges in providing basic life support and first aid procedures. A descriptive-correlational method was utilized in the study with the questionnaire acquired from 205 level 3 student nurses of Camarines Sur Polytechnic Colleges. Percentage technique, weighted mean, and chi- square of independence were the tools used in utilizing the gathered data. The findings revealed that majority of the trained level 3 student nurses belonged to age bracket of 21 to 24 years old, females and with equal representation per section. It further revealed that the respondents were confident to provide BLS and first aid procedures along knowledge and skills. Moreover, the respondents agreed that the factors affecting their readiness in providing BLS and first aid procedures. There is no significant relationship between the profile of the respondents affecting the readiness of trained level 3 student nurses on providing BLS and First Aid. The challenges highlighted the need for improvements in training programs. The researchers proposed limiting the number of participants to enhance skill acquisition and active participation, incorporating BLS into skills laboratories for better knowledge retention, and prioritizing early preparations to improve mental readiness and reduce fears. These measures aim to strengthen the effectiveness of first aid provision by future nurses.