Knowledge of cardiorrespiratory arrest of health professionals in a public hospital: cross-current study

Abstract

Introduction: Cardiorespiratory arrest is the sudden cessation of useful and sufficient ventricular mechanical activity and respiration. The success in reversing this situation depends on the quality of care the team offers and a quick and skilled response can make the difference between mortality and absence/installation of sequelae. Objective: to evaluate the theoretical knowledge of medical professionals and nurses and in the diagnosis and treatment of cardiorespiratory arrest in adults in a public hospital in Goiânia - GO. Methods: This is an observational and descriptive study. A specific questionnaire containing the professional profile and theoretical knowledge evaluation on cardiorespiratory arrest and cardiopulmonary resuscitation in adults, based on the recommendations of the American Heart Association, 2015, was applied. Results: Out of 147 participants, 89.80% were failing their knowledge and only 10.20% of the sample was approved. When associated with the standard of approval with the professional categories, it was observed that 4.41% of the nurses and 15.19% of the physicians were approved with p= 0.031. Conclusion: the study evidences a deficiency in the professionals’ knowledge about management in Cardiorespiratory Arrest. It is suggested standardization of service and optimization of in-service training so that there is greater training and professional attitude, in parallel with scientific and technological progress.