Basic Life Support Competency Among Residents of River Communities
Keywords:
basic life support, community, knowledge attitudes and practices (KAP), river communitiesAbstract
Basic Life Support (BLS) is a critical intervention in emergency situations, and its effectiveness largely depends on public awareness and competence. This study aimed to assess BLS competency among residents of selected river communities in Cabanatuan City, focusing on their knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) related to BLS. A total of 404 respondents were selected through purposive simple random sampling. Data were gathered using a validated 30-item survey instrument and analyzed using descriptive statistics and Spearman’s rho to identify relationships between demographic variables and KAP scores. Findings indicated that respondents were somewhat knowledgeable about BLS, demonstrated positive attitudes, but showed low levels of practical application Statistical analysis showed weak but significant correlations between educational attainment and both knowledge and attitude, as well as between age and attitude. No significant association was found between demographic variables and practice. The results highlight the need for targeted BLS training across varying age groups and educational attainment. Strengthening BLS competency at the community level may improve responsiveness and survival rates in high-risk areas such as river communities. To support this initiative, a user-friendly Filipino-language mobile app was developed to guide residents step-by-step during emergencies.
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