@article{MAKHILLRJMS2024181231822,
    title = {Knowledge, Attitude and Practice of MBBS Students Towards Volunteering in Emergency Situations in A Tertiary Care Centre in Rural Kanyakumari District},
    journal = {Research Journal of Medical Sciences},
    volume = {18},
    number = {12},
    pages = {870-874},
    year = {2024},
    issn = {1815-9346},
    doi = {makrjms.2024.12.870.874},
    url = {https://makhillpublications.co/view-article.php?issn=1815-9346&doi=makrjms.2024.12.870.874},
    author = {Vyshali,Vishnu and},
    keywords = {Ability, confidence, emergency, medical students},
    abstract = {Medical students play a supportive role in emergency situations,
especially during crises like pandemics and natural disasters. Their
involvement is typically driven by a mix of altruism, a professional
responsibility, and a desire for hands‐on experience. While their
contributions can ease healthcare burdens, concerns about preparedness,
safety, and ethical considerations persist. Understanding the motivations
and challenges medical students face when volunteering is essential for
creating structured and responsible involvement during emergencies. To
assess the attitude of medical students towards volunteering in
emergency situations. A cross sectional study was conducted among 100
undergraduate medical students in Sree Mookambika Institute of Medical
Sciences, Kannyakumari. Written informed consent was obtained from
each volunteer prior to the study. Data was collected using questionnaire
for a period of three months and that were entered in MS Excel 2007 and
analysed using SPSS 2.0. A total of 100 students participated in the study;
among them, 55% were male and 45% were female. Majority of the
students (62%) have received formal training in emergency response. 93%
of the students think that it their responsibility as medical students to
assist in an emergency situation. Among the students 59% of them feel
confident in their ability to handle emergency situations. But only 22% of
them were present at the scene of an emergency situation. The study
highlights a generally positive attitude among medical students toward
volunteering in emergency situations, with a majority expressing
willingness to participate when needed. However, the results also reveal
a significant gap between the willingness and the student’s actual
preparedness, particularly in terms of real‐world experience. This
discrepancy suggests a need for greater emphasis on practical training
and exposure to emergency scenarios within medical curricula.
Strengthening these areas may enhance both the confidence and
competence of future healthcare professionals, enabling them to
contribute more effectively during real‐life emergencies.}
    }