Enhancing Basic Life Support Education: The Impact of Social Media Continuity
Introduction: Continuous education is pivotal in medicine, especially in areas like Basic Life Support (BLS). A study by Seyyed Mahdi Zia Ziabari and colleagues, published online on January 20, 2019, explored the efficacy of social media platforms for ongoing BLS education among medical interns.
Methods: The study enrolled 100 medical interns who underwent a month-long emergency medicine training course. A questionnaire assessing BLS awareness was administered to all interns at the beginning and end of the study. Half of the interns received ongoing education via Telegram software over three months, while the other half did not receive further education beyond the initial training. The effectiveness of continuous education was assessed by comparing BLS awareness scores between the two groups.
Results: Both groups showed a significant increase in BLS awareness scores at the end of the study period. However, the group receiving continuous education via Telegram demonstrated a notably higher increase in awareness scores compared to the control group. This finding underscores the positive impact of ongoing education through social media platforms on medical interns’ BLS knowledge.
Discussion: The study’s findings align with previous research indicating the effectiveness of continuous education in maintaining and improving clinical skills. Particularly, leveraging social media platforms like Telegram offers a convenient and accessible avenue for medical professionals to engage in ongoing learning despite their busy schedules. This study highlights the potential of integrating modern communication technologies into medical education to enhance learning outcomes and improve patient care.
Conclusion: In conclusion, Seyyed Mahdi Zia Ziabari et al.’s study demonstrates the positive effect of continuous education in BLS through social media platforms like Telegram. By leveraging these platforms, medical interns can enhance their BLS awareness and ultimately contribute to better patient outcomes. This research underscores the importance of embracing technology-driven approaches to education in the medical field.
Acknowledgment: The authors express gratitude to the Guilan Road Trauma Research Center for their support in conducting this research and to all colleagues at Rasht Poursina Hospital who contributed valuable insights.
Conflict of Interest: The authors declare no conflicts of interest associated with this publication and confirm the manuscript’s approval by all named authors.
Authors’ Contribution: Each author made significant contributions to the study’s conceptualization, execution, and analysis. Seyyed Mahdi Zia Ziabari devised the study, while Lida Khoshgozaran handled technical aspects. Maryam Shakiba conducted data analysis, and Vahid Monsef Kasmaei provided overall direction and planning. All authors contributed to the interpretation of results and manuscript preparation.
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