Population Readiness for Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation: Initiation Factors, Barriers and their Predictors

Summary. The purpose of the study is to determine the degree of readiness of the population to perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), the main factors and barriers to its initiation, and their predictors. Materials and methods. An anonymous questionnaire survey of 894 respondents without medical education was conducted between January and June 2023. Statistical analysis included descriptive statistics and univariate binary logistic regression analysis. Research results and their analysis. A high degree of readiness was shown by 145 (16.2%) respondents. The main facilitator – practical training in CPR skills. The main barriers were fear of causing irreparable harm to the victim and lack of knowledge and skills in CPR, and the leading predictor was lack of training in practical CPR skills. The author proposed organizational and legal measures aimed at improving the effectiveness of first aid to victims with OHCA and overcoming the established barriers to the initiation of CPR.