@article{MAKHILLRJMS2024181231812,
    title = {Knowledge, Attitude and Practice about Basic Life Supports Among Medical Students in Kanyakumari District, India},
    journal = {Research Journal of Medical Sciences},
    volume = {18},
    number = {12},
    pages = {847-851},
    year = {2024},
    issn = {1815-9346},
    doi = {makrjms.2024.12.847.851},
    url = {https://makhillpublications.co/view-article.php?issn=1815-9346&doi=makrjms.2024.12.847.851},
    author = {Vyshali,C.S. and},
    keywords = {Attitude, basic life support, bls, cpr training, emergency care, knowledge, medical students, practice},
    abstract = {Basic life Support(BLS) is a critical emergency intervention that
significantly improves survival outcomes in cases of cardiac arrest and
respiratory failure. For medical students, competency in BLS is essential,
as they are often the first responders in clinical settings. This study aims
to assess the knowledge attitude, and practice (KAP) of BLS among
undergraduate medical students to assess the knowledge, attitude, and
practice (KAP) of BLS among undergraduate medical students. A
cross‐sectional questionnaire‐based survey was conducted among
undergraduate medical students using a structured and validated tool.
The questionnaire evaluated participants’ theoretical knowledge of BLS,
their attitudes toward its importance and training, and their practical
exposure and readiness to perform BLS in real‐life scenarios. Data were
analyzed descriptively.Out of 133 respondents, the majority had received
formal BLS training and correctly identified the key components of BLS,
including the correct sequence of steps, chest compression rate and
depth, and the compression‐to‐ventilation ratio. Most participants
expressed confidence in performing BLS, although fear of causing harm
and lack of practical exposure were common concerns. Over 90%
believed BLS training should be mandatory in the medical curriculum and
expressed interest in attending refresher courses. While a significant
number had witnessed medical emergencies and practiced on manikins,
awareness of emergency medical services (EMS) contact numbers
remained low.}
    }