Document Type

Thesis - NSU Access Only

Title

Cognitive Retention of Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation in Physical Therapy

Authors

Bryan Regar, Nova Southeastern University

Degree Name

Master of Physical Therapy (MPT)

Copyright Statement

All rights reserved. This publication is intended for use solely by faculty, students, and staff of Nova Southeastern University. No part of this publication may be reproduced, distributed, or transmitted in any form or by any means, now known or later developed, including but not limited to photocopying, recording, or other electronic or mechanical methods, without the prior written permission of the author or the publisher.

Department

College of Health Care Sciences - Physical Therapy Department

Publication Date / Copyright Date

1998

Publisher

Nova Southeastern University

NSUWorks Citation

Bryan Regar. 1998. Cognitive Retention of Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation in Physical Therapy. Master's thesis. Nova Southeastern University. Retrieved from NSUWorks, College of Health Care Sciences - Physical Therapy Department. (161)
https://nsuworks.nova.edu/hpd_pt_stuetd/161.

Abstract

Purpose: The purpose of my study was to assess the cognitive retention of CPR in Florida licensed physical therapists and physical therapy students.

Subjects: 217 subjects participated in my study. Of 300 surveys sent to Florida licensed physical therapists, 59 were included in the study yielding a 20% return rate. Of the 168 physical therapy students surveyed at Nova Southeastern University, 158 were returned yielding a 94% return rate.

Methodology: A self-designed survey instrument was used. Data analysis included descriptive statistics, cross-tabulations, chi-square analysis, and Pearson correlations. Alpha level was set at .05. Reported demographic information was compared to correct answer responses.

Results: Pearson correlations showed a significant positive relationship between experience in the PT profession and CPR retention. Demographic variables affecting retention were: occupational settings, certification organization, degree earned, and experience as Physical Therapist.

Conclusion: Physical therapy students scored lower on every case scenario than Florida licensed physical therapists. Retention weaknesses were: initial response to an obstructed airway and initial action after a cleared airway obstruction. Retention strengths were found to be initial response to a victim and action after first CPR cycle.

Disciplines

Physical Therapy