Effect of a Structured Teaching Programme on Knowledge and Practice of Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Among Nursing Officers: A Pre-Experimental Study

Abstract

Background and purpose: Cardiac arrest is a leading cause of death worldwide, and rapid, effective Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) is crucial for improving survival outcomes. Enhancing nursing officers’ knowledge and practice through structured teaching programmes is important to ensure competency, improve resuscitation quality, and promote patient safety. This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of a Structured Teaching Programme (STP) on knowledge and practice regarding CPR among nursing officers. Methods: A pre-experimental, within-subject study was conducted among 40 nursing officers to evaluate the effectiveness of a STP. Participants were assessed using a structured questionnaire before the intervention (pre-test) and again 7 days after completion of the STP (post-test). The scores were analysed to determine the effectiveness of the programme. Result: The median knowledge score increased from 8 (8,9) in the pre-test to 10 (10,10) in the post-test after 7 days of the STP. The improvement in knowledge was statistically significant (z = 523, p < 0.001). Similarly, the median practice score improved from 8 (7,9) in the pre-test to 10 (10,10) in the post-test. The difference in practice scores was also statistically significant (z = 561, p < 0.001). There was no significant correlation between knowledge and practice scores (r = -0.004, p = 0.983). Conclusions: The Structured Teaching Programme significantly improved the knowledge and practice of nursing officers regarding Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation after 7 days. There was no significant correlation was observed between knowledge and practice scores, indicating that improvement in knowledge may not directly translate into enhanced practical performance.