Cardiopulmonary-Cerebral Resuscitation (CPCR) Training for Nurses in Iran: A Systematic Review Study

Hosseinpoor, Sara

doi:10.5281/zenodo.21355505

Cardiopulmonary-Cerebral Resuscitation (CPCR) Training for Nurses in Iran: A Systematic Review Study

Document Type : Systematic Review

Author

Sara Hosseinpoor

Student Research Committee, Birjand University of Medical Sciences, Birjand, Iran

https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.21355505

Abstract

Context: Cardiac arrest remains one of the leading causes of death worldwide, with survival rates remaining low despite advances in treatment protocols. Nurses play a critical role as first responders in cardiopulmonary-cerebral resuscitation (CPCR). Therefore, ensuring adequate CPCR training for nursing staff is essential to improve patient outcomes.

Objective: This systematic review aimed to provide an overview of CPCR training methods for nurses in Iran and to evaluate their effectiveness in improving nurses'' knowledge, skills, and performance.

Methods: A systematic search conducted in international databases including PubMed, Scopus, CINAHL, Google Scholar, and Persian databases including SID, IranMedex, and Magiran for articles published between 2010 and 2020. English and Persian keywords including "education," "training," "cardiopulmonary-cerebral resuscitation," "nurses," "knowledge," "skill," and "performance" were used. 21 articles were identified; after removing duplicates and screening for relevance, 10 studies were included in the final review. Quality assessment performed using appropriate critical appraisal tools.

Results: The review identified three main categories of CPCR training methods: conventional (lectures, pamphlets, and mannequin practice), modern (simulation, workshops, video-based, and flipped classroom), and integrated approaches. Conventional methods primarily improved knowledge but showed limited effects on skills retention. Modern and integrated methods demonstrated superior outcomes in enhancing both knowledge and practical skills. Simulation-based and workshop approaches yielded the highest skill acquisition and satisfaction levels among nurses.

Conclusions: Integrated training methods combining conventional and modern approaches are the most effective for improving nurses'' CPCR competence. Healthcare policymakers and educational managers should implement standardized, multifaceted training programs with regular refresher courses to maintain CPCR skills.

Graphical Abstract

Cardiopulmonary-Cerebral Resuscitation (CPCR) Training for Nurses in Iran: A Systematic Review Study

Keywords

Education

Cardiopulmonary-Cerebral Resuscitation

Nurses

Knowledge

Skills

Performance

Subjects

Cancer

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