Purpose: This study aimed to assess the levels of awareness and knowledge pertaining to automated external defibrillator (AED) devices among individuals aged 18 and older.
Methods: The population for this descriptive study encompassed all individuals aged 18 and above. The study sample included literate individuals who expressed a willingness to participate and had access to the internet. A total of 217 individuals were enrolled in the study. Data were collected between November and December 2021 via a 'Data Collection Form' and an 'AED Information Form'. These forms were distributed to participants through a link generated on surveey.com.
Results: The mean age of the study participants was 31.92±10.9 years. Of the participants, 65.9% (n:143) were employed in fields unrelated to healthcare, and 10.6% (n:23) held first-aid certifications. Findings revealed that 47.0% (n:102) of the participants had prior knowledge of AEDs, while 57.6% (n:125) were unaware of AED locations. A total of 53.0% (n:115) were uncertain about who could operate an AED, 84.3% (n:183) lacked knowledge about AED operation, and 79.7% (n:173) expressed a desire for AED device and usage training. Importantly, participants with first-aid training exhibited higher levels of AED-related knowledge.
Conclusion: Despite the relatively low baseline knowledge and awareness of AEDs among participants, there is a clear willingness to receive education on this life-saving device.
Birincil Dil | İngilizce |
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Konular | Acil Tıp, Sağlık Hizmetleri ve Sistemleri (Diğer) |
Bölüm | Araştırma Makaleleri |
Yazarlar | |
Erken Görünüm Tarihi | 21 Mart 2025 |
Yayımlanma Tarihi | 10 Nisan 2025 |
Gönderilme Tarihi | 26 Ocak 2024 |
Kabul Tarihi | 15 Mart 2024 |
Yayımlandığı Sayı | Yıl 2025 Cilt: 16 Sayı: 2 |