Virtual reality vs. mannequins: which BLS training works best for laypeople?

NCT ID NCT06169839

First seen Feb 11, 2026 · Last updated May 09, 2026 · Updated 13 times

Summary

This study tested three ways to teach basic life support (CPR) to people who are not health professionals: virtual reality, high-tech mannequins, and simple mannequins. 63 volunteers took part and were tested on their knowledge, skills, confidence, and satisfaction right after training and again 3 months later. The goal was to find out which method helps laypeople learn and remember CPR best.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Ankara University, Nursing Faculty

    Ankara, Altindağ, 06340, Turkey (Türkiye)

  • T.R. Ministry of Health Bilkent Campus Universiteler District Şehit Mehmet Bayraktar Caddesi

    Ankara, 06800, Turkey (Türkiye)

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