bioRxiv · 10.1101/775874
Influencing factors of telephone-cardiopulmonary resuscitation in China: a qualitative exploration based on managerial perspectives
Abstract
BackgroundTelephone-cardiopulmonary resuscitation(T-CPR) has been proven to systematically improve bystander CPR implementation and thus improve the survival rate of out-of-hospital cardiac arrest (OHCA) patients on a large scale. However, China has a lower proportion of cities that provide T-CPR than other countries.This study aimed to explore the factors affecting the providing of T-CPR based on managerial perspectives and promote the implementation of T-CPR in China to Protect human health. MethodsThis study adopted a descriptive qualitative method.The managers from health bureau and first-aid Center were recruited to participate through purposive sampling. Data were collected using semi-structured interviews and Colaizzi 7-step analysis method was adopted to summarize and conclude the theme. ResultsA total of 10 managers were interviewed.Five main themes were identified: (a) bystander factors, (b) dispatching factors, (c) legal factors, (d) guiding factors, and (e) financial factors. ConclusionIt is urgent to promote the implementation of T-CPR in China.We can promote it by strengthening the training of bystanders in CPR knowledge and skills, developing T-CPR guidance process suitable for Chines national conditions, building an intelligent prehospital emergency system, promoting the legislation of first aid exemption, and providing financial support from various channels.
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Zhu, X., Gui, L., Xie, X., Lin, Y.. 2019-09-19. Influencing factors of telephone-cardiopulmonary resuscitation in China: a qualitative exploration based on managerial perspectives. https://doi.org/10.1101/775874
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