Effect of Simulation-Based First Aid and Basic Health Training on Parents of Children With Special Need

NCT07798102 | Not Yet Recruiting

• 1 other identifier: Çankırı Karatekin Üni-2
• Study Type: interventional
• Target: 66
• Locations: 0 countries
• Sites: N/A

Brief Summary

Childhood accidents and sudden health emergencies are significant public health concerns that may lead to severe injury or death. Parents, as primary caregivers, play a critical role in providing timely first aid and basic health interventions; however, studies indicate that their knowledge and practical skills are often limited, particularly among families of children with special needs. Therefore, structured training programs are essential. This study aims to evaluate the effect of 5E (Engage, Explore, Explain, Elaborate, and Evaluate)model-based simulation training in first aid and basic health on the knowledge and practical skills of parents of children with special needs. By integrating active learning, hands-on workshops, and interactive teaching methods, the program seeks to enhance theoretical knowledge and practical competence, ultimately supporting safer and more effective responses to pediatric emergencies.

Conditions

First Aid Training; Health Education

Keywords

Interactive training; Simulation-based learning; Disabled Children; health education

Outcome Measures

Primary Outcomes (4)

• Parent and Child Descriptive Information Form,

  The Parent and Child Descriptive Information Form is a 10-item form used to collect demographic and background information about the parents and their children with special needs. The form includes questions regarding the participant's age, sex, education level, marital status, employment status, economic status, duration of providing care to the child with special needs, previous participation in similar training programs, and the age and sex of the child receiving care.

  Pre-training assessment(to)=Before the first training session (November 6, 2026)

• First Aid Knowledge Assessment Form:

  The First Aid Knowledge Assessment Form is a 30-item instrument used to assess parents' knowledge of first aid. It evaluates knowledge related to general first aid, basic life support, foreign body airway obstruction, injuries, bleeding and shock, disorders of consciousness, burns, heatstroke and frostbite, fractures, dislocations and sprains, and poisoning. Each item is answered as "Yes," "No," or "I don't know." Correct responses are scored as 1 point, whereas incorrect or "I don't know" responses are scored as 0 points. Total scores range from 0 to 30.

  Pre-training assessment(t0) and Post-training assessment(t1)=Before the first training session (November 6, 2026) and immediately after the fifth training session (December 4, 2026)

• Basic Health Education Knowledge Assessment Form:

  The Basic Health Education Knowledge Assessment Form is a 14-item instrument developed by the researchers to assess parents' knowledge of topics covered in the basic health education program. The form evaluates knowledge related to pediatric emergencies, nutrition, home health and safety, and psychological first aid. Each item is answered as "Yes," "No," or "I don't know." Correct responses are scored as 1 point, whereas incorrect or "I don't know" responses are scored as 0 points. Total scores range from 0 to 14.

  Pre-training assessment(t0) and Post-training assessment(t1)=Before the first training session (November 6, 2026) and immediately after the fifth training session (December 4, 2026)

• First Aid Skills Evaluation Form:

  The First Aid Skills Evaluation Form is a 36-item instrument developed by the researchers to assess parents' practical first aid skills. The form evaluates basic first aid, management of airway obstruction, minor bleeding control, and basic life support skills for three age groups: infants (0-1 year), children (1-8 years), and adults. Each skill is rated on a 0-2 scale, with 0 indicating unable or incorrect performance, 1 indicating partially correct or assisted performance, and 2 indicating fully correct performance. Total scores range from 0 to 72.

  Post-training assessment(t1)=Immediately after the fifth training session (December 4, 2026)

Study Arms (3)

control

NO INTERVENTION

Participants in the Control Group will not receive any theoretical instruction, practice, or simulation-based training during the study period and will be observed as a no-intervention control group.

5E Model-Based Simulation Training Group

EXPERIMENTAL

Participants in the 5E Model-Based Simulation Training Group will receive a comprehensive five-week training program including theoretical instruction, mannequin-based practice, and simulation-based scenarios. The simulation-based activities will cover common pediatric emergencies such as airway obstruction, loss of consciousness, bleeding, dehydration, psychological first aid, and basic life support.

Other: 5E Model-Based Simulation Training Group

Standard Training Group

EXPERIMENTAL

Participants in the Standard Training Group will receive a five-week training program with the same duration and educational content as the 5E Model-Based Simulation Training Group, including theoretical instruction and mannequin-based practice, but without simulation-based scenarios. This design will allow the assessment of the added effect of 5E model-based simulation training on training effectiveness.

Other: Standard Training Group

Interventions

5E Model-Based Simulation Training Group OTHER

Participants in the 5E Model-Based Simulation Training Group will receive a comprehensive five-week training program based on the 5E instructional model, including theoretical instruction, mannequin-based practice, and simulation-based scenarios. The simulation-based activities will cover common pediatric emergencies such as airway obstruction, loss of consciousness, bleeding, dehydration, psychological first aid, and basic life support

5E Model-Based Simulation Training Group

Standard Training Group OTHER

Participants in the Standard Training Group will receive a five-week training program with the same duration and educational content as the 5E Model-Based Simulation Training Group, including theoretical instruction and mannequin-based practice, but without simulation-based scenarios. This design will allow the assessment of the added effect of 5E model-based simulation training on training effectiveness.

Standard Training Group

Eligibility Criteria

• Age: 18 Years - 65 Years
• Sex: all
• Healthy Volunteers: Yes
• Age Groups: Adult (18-64), Older Adult (65+)

You may qualify if:

• Age 18 years or older Being a parent of a child with special needs Living with the child with special needs Being able to read and write in Turkish Not being a healthcare professional providing care to the child Having no previous first aid training

You may not qualify if:

• Having a visual or speech impairment Not living with the child with special needs
• Withdrawal Criteria:
• Voluntary withdrawal from the study Failure to attend the required training sessions during the five-week training program Failure to participate in the post-training assessment

Sponsors & Collaborators

• Ankara Yildirim Beyazıt University: lead

Related Publications (6)

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  BACKGROUND

• Garcia-Blaya JA, Abraldes JA, Vaquero-Cristobal R. Assessment of First Aid Knowledge at Different Stages of Education. Healthcare (Basel). 2025 Jun 24;13(13):1507. doi: 10.3390/healthcare13131507.

  PMID: 40648532 BACKGROUND

• Freeman S, Eddy SL, McDonough M, Smith MK, Okoroafor N, Jordt H, Wenderoth MP. Active learning increases student performance in science, engineering, and mathematics. Proc Natl Acad Sci U S A. 2014 Jun 10;111(23):8410-5. doi: 10.1073/pnas.1319030111. Epub 2014 May 12.

  PMID: 24821756 BACKGROUND

• Al Daccache M, Abi Zeid B, Hojeij L, Baliki G, Bruck T, Ghattas H. Systematic review on the impacts of agricultural interventions on food security and nutrition in complex humanitarian emergency settings. BMC Nutr. 2024 Apr 19;10(1):60. doi: 10.1186/s40795-024-00864-8.

  PMID: 38641632 BACKGROUND

• Akyol, C., Çiftçi, D. S.; Çoklu ortam tasarımı destekli yapılandırmacı öğretim etkinliklerinin öğrencilerin akademik başarılarına etkisi; OPUS International Journal of Society Researches; 2020; 16(31); 4077-4096.

  BACKGROUND

• Adeoya AA, Egawa S, Adeoya AS, Nagatomi R. Improving child nutrition in disasters by developing a modeled disaster preparedness nutrition education curriculum. Front Public Health. 2023 Dec 7;11:1293875. doi: 10.3389/fpubh.2023.1293875. eCollection 2023.

  PMID: 38131021 BACKGROUND

MeSH Terms

Conditions

Health Education

Condition Hierarchy (Ancestors)

Adherence Interventions; Medication Adherence; Patient Compliance; Patient Acceptance of Health Care; Treatment Adherence and Compliance; Health Behavior; Behavior

Study Design

• Study Type: interventional
• Phase: not applicable
• Allocation: RANDOMIZED
• Masking: SINGLE
• Who Masked: OUTCOMES ASSESSOR
• Purpose: HEALTH SERVICES RESEARCH
• Intervention Model: PARALLEL
• Sponsor Type: OTHER
• Responsible Party: PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR
• PI Title: lecturer

Study Record Dates

• First Submitted: March 29, 2026
• First Posted: September 1, 2026
• Study Start (Estimated): November 1, 2026
• Primary Completion (Estimated): January 1, 2027
• Study Completion (Estimated): January 1, 2027
• Last Updated: September 1, 2026

Record last verified: 2026-08

Data Sharing

• IPD Sharing: Will not share