Authors

  1. Wilson-Sands, Cathy MSN, RN-BC
  2. Brahn, Pamela BSN, RN-BC
  3. Graves, Kristal BSN, RN

Abstract

Validating participants' ability to correctly perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) skills during basic life support courses can be a challenge for nursing professional development specialists. This study compares two methods of basic life support training, instructor-led and computer-based learning with voice-activated manikins, to identify if one method is more effective for performance of CPR skills. The findings suggest that a computer-based learning course with voice-activated manikins is a more effective method of training for improved CPR performance.