Comparing Modified Peer-Assisted and Traditional Instructor-Led Approaches in Defibrillation Training
Authors' conclusion
The findings suggest that the modified Peyton 4-step approach enhances residents' proficiency in defibrillation and improves their learning experience
Study context
- Population
- Surgical residents in AHA basic cardiac life support training, simulation centre of a university-affiliated tertiary hospital, 2019–2023
- Participants
- 84 residents
- Comparison
- Experimental vs Control
- Experimentaln = 42
- Controln = 42reference
- Primary endpoint
- Training effectiveness: theoretical knowledge test, skills assessment and questionnaire scores
Methodological detailssingle-blind
- Single-blind
Primary result
As reported in the abstract
Theoretical knowledge test score
Experimental
99.3
± 2.6
Control
98.3
± 4.4
P = 0.229
Further findings
Correct recognition of shockable rhythms
P < 0.05
Appropriate administration of resuscitation drugs
P < 0.05
Median
| Outcome | Experimental | Control | P value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deviations from the standard algorithm during defibrillation | 0.0 (IQR 0.0–1.0) | 1.0 (IQR 0.8–2.0) | P < 0.05 |
| Teaching satisfaction (questionnaire) | 5 (IQR 5–5) | 4 (IQR 4–5) | P < 0.05 |
| Learning interest (questionnaire) | 5 (IQR 5–5) | 4 (IQR 4–5) | P < 0.05 |
| Willingness to perform defibrillation promptly (questionnaire) | 5 (IQR 5–5) | 4 (IQR 4–5) | P < 0.05 |
Original publication
Comparing Modified Peer-Assisted and Traditional Instructor-Led Approaches in Defibrillation Training. J Cardiothorac Vasc Anesth. Published 11 February 2026. doi:10.
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