1. Impact of Training Frequency on Nurses' Pediatric Resuscitation Skills.
- Author
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Ciurzynski SM, Gottfried JA, Pietraszewski J, and Zalewski M
- Subjects
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation nursing, Humans, Quality Improvement, Retention, Psychology, Staff Development, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation education, Clinical Competence, Nursing Staff, Hospital education, Pediatrics
- Abstract
The ideal time frame for frequency of resuscitation skills training has yet to be determined. Results obtained from this performance improvement project using hands-on practice sessions suggest that 6 months may be an adequate time frame for retention of resuscitation skills. Professional development educators may want to consider 6-month retraining intervals for low-volume/high-risk skills such as cardiopulmonary resuscitation to optimize nurses' proficiency in these life-saving competencies.
- Published
- 2017
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