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Teens learn CPR from a video game – does it work?

NCT ID NCT07286708

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Burcu SELVI CALSIKAN Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested whether a serious video game called Lifesaver could teach CPR to teenagers as effectively as a traditional instructor-led class. 117 high school students in Turkey were randomly assigned to either play the game or attend a standard CPR lesson. Researchers measured their CPR knowledge and skills right after training, and again at 1 month and 6 months, to see which method worked better and how long the learning lasted.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Lifesaver video game (interactive CPR training app)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could show that video games are a fun, effective way to teach CPR to teenagers, potentially increasing bystander response in emergencies.
What could go wrong
This is a small, single-school study in Turkey, so results may not apply everywhere. The video game may not improve skills as well as hands-on practice with a manikin.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

117 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Nov 2021

Finished

Dec 2022

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

15 to 17 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Students enrolled in the 11th grade at Üsküdar High School, Aged 15-17 years, * Volunteered to participate in the study, * Owns a smartphone capable of running the Lifesaver video game, * No health problems affecting verbal communication, * Provided written informed consent signed by both the student and their parent/guardian Exclusion Criteria: * Received Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) training within the past 12 months, * Transferred to another school during the study period, * Declined to participate or withdrew consent at any time

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As listed by the trial registrant

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Basic life support training course Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Istanbul Uskudar High School

    Üsküdar, Istanbul, 34674, Turkey (Türkiye)

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