Physiotherapists are constantly updating their knowledge of treatment techniques, equipment, and effective patient care strategies using evidence-based guidelines as part of a lifelong commitment to continuing education within our field While there Is debate among public health officials and political leaders regarding the ways In which to address these growing numbers, our priority continues to be providing effective and quality care to our patients Other barriers and likely contributors to rising COVID-19 Infection rates Include a lack of understanding among the general public about ways they can help to prevent the spread of the Infection, In particular cough and sneeze etiquette, wearing a mask, socially distancing at least 2 m apart, and hand washing
{"title":"Physiotherapists adapting to a changing world","authors":"Anonymous","doi":"10.15619/nzjp/48.2.01","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.15619/nzjp/48.2.01","url":null,"abstract":"Physiotherapists are constantly updating their knowledge of treatment techniques, equipment, and effective patient care strategies using evidence-based guidelines as part of a lifelong commitment to continuing education within our field While there Is debate among public health officials and political leaders regarding the ways In which to address these growing numbers, our priority continues to be providing effective and quality care to our patients Other barriers and likely contributors to rising COVID-19 Infection rates Include a lack of understanding among the general public about ways they can help to prevent the spread of the Infection, In particular cough and sneeze etiquette, wearing a mask, socially distancing at least 2 m apart, and hand washing","PeriodicalId":52167,"journal":{"name":"New Zealand Journal of Physiotherapy","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2020-07-23","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"43914263","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
D. Reid, P. Hume, C. Whatman, A. Theadom, S. Walters, N. Hardaker, M. Fulcher
Sports-related concussion (SRC) is a risk across all sports. New Zealand physiotherapists are more frequently in attendance at sporting events than medical doctors. The aim of this study was to determine the knowledge, attitudes, and behaviours of physiotherapists working with SRC, using a 35-item, multi-choice questionnaire. The survey was completed by 122 physiotherapists (response rate 10%). Physiotherapists were knowledgeable regarding SRC and showed positive attitudes towards correct management of the injury. Of the respondents, 98% recognised the key signs and symptoms of SRC, and 88% would refer to a medical practitioner for further assessment of SRC. Physiotherapists indicated a strong desire to be more involved in sideline management and testing, and would like to see a more multidisciplinary approach to return-to-play decision-making after SRC. Given that the knowledge, attitudes, and behaviours of New Zealand physiotherapists to SRC were very good, it is suggested that the processes in New Zealand be reviewed to enable physiotherapists to be more involved in the assessment and management of concussion.
{"title":"Knowledge, attitudes, and behaviours of New Zealand physiotherapists to sports-related concussion","authors":"D. Reid, P. Hume, C. Whatman, A. Theadom, S. Walters, N. Hardaker, M. Fulcher","doi":"10.15619/nzjp/48.1.03","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.15619/nzjp/48.1.03","url":null,"abstract":"Sports-related concussion (SRC) is a risk across all sports. New Zealand physiotherapists are more frequently in attendance at sporting events than medical doctors. The aim of this study was to determine the knowledge, attitudes, and behaviours of physiotherapists working with SRC, using a 35-item, multi-choice questionnaire. The survey was completed by 122 physiotherapists (response rate 10%). Physiotherapists were knowledgeable regarding SRC and showed positive attitudes towards correct management of the injury. Of the respondents, 98% recognised the key signs and symptoms of SRC, and 88% would refer to a medical practitioner for further assessment of SRC. Physiotherapists indicated a strong desire to be more involved in sideline management and testing, and would like to see a more multidisciplinary approach to return-to-play decision-making after SRC. Given that the knowledge, attitudes, and behaviours of New Zealand physiotherapists to SRC were very good, it is suggested that the processes in New Zealand be reviewed to enable physiotherapists to be more involved in the assessment and management of concussion.","PeriodicalId":52167,"journal":{"name":"New Zealand Journal of Physiotherapy","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2020-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"42242620","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
The aim of this study was to explore the experience and perspectives of physiotherapists working in private practice in New Zealand regarding their decision to engage (or not) in professional supervision (PS). There is a scarcity of research on PS in the physiotherapy profession, despite recommendations by Physiotherapy New Zealand that all physiotherapists should engage in this professional development activity. Using a qualitative descriptive methodology, eight participants were interviewed who identified as either (1) having never experienced PS, or (2) previously but no longer engaged in PS, or (3) currently engaged in PS. Thematic analysis was used to analyse the data. Four themes were constructed: (1) PS and the capitalistic lens, (2) PS is not normal, (3) professional identity and vulnerability, and (4) the relationship in the supervisory context. The drive for increased productivity, cost-effectiveness, and, ultimately, profit continues to dictate practice habits. PS can require the practitioner to share uncertainties about practice, creating a tension in maintaining one's professional identity and credibility which can deter engagement. Balancing professional identity and vulnerability requires the supervisor to create a safe space for recipients to navigate these tensions and sustain their engagement in the process. A significant shift in practice habits and the value ascribed to PS would be required before PS is likely to be normalised as part of physiotherapy private practice culture.
{"title":"The tipping point for engagement in professional supervision by physiotherapy private practitioners","authors":"L. Holder, Kiri Windross, N. Kayes","doi":"10.15619/nzjp/48.1.04","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.15619/nzjp/48.1.04","url":null,"abstract":"The aim of this study was to explore the experience and perspectives of physiotherapists working in private practice in New Zealand regarding their decision to engage (or not) in professional supervision (PS). There is a scarcity of research on PS in the physiotherapy profession, despite recommendations by Physiotherapy New Zealand that all physiotherapists should engage in this professional development activity. Using a qualitative descriptive methodology, eight participants were interviewed who identified as either (1) having never experienced PS, or (2) previously but no longer engaged in PS, or (3) currently engaged in PS. Thematic analysis was used to analyse the data. Four themes were constructed: (1) PS and the capitalistic lens, (2) PS is not normal, (3) professional identity and vulnerability, and (4) the relationship in the supervisory context. The drive for increased productivity, cost-effectiveness, and, ultimately, profit continues to dictate practice habits. PS can require the practitioner to share uncertainties about practice, creating a tension in maintaining one's professional identity and credibility which can deter engagement. Balancing professional identity and vulnerability requires the supervisor to create a safe space for recipients to navigate these tensions and sustain their engagement in the process. A significant shift in practice habits and the value ascribed to PS would be required before PS is likely to be normalised as part of physiotherapy private practice culture.","PeriodicalId":52167,"journal":{"name":"New Zealand Journal of Physiotherapy","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2020-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"46852370","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Sports-related concussion is a significant problem in New Zealand, with an estimated 21% of all traumatic brain injuries occurring in the sporting environment. The symptoms of sports-related concussion experienced by high school-aged athletes are often associated with a decline in academic performance, and are commonly more severe and persistent then those experienced by adult athletes. A 35-item, multi-choice questionnaire was used to ascertain New Zealand secondary school students’ knowledge, attitudes, and behaviours of sports-related concussion. By comparing results from 2018 to those obtained in 2017, this study investigated the impact that a 2018 Accident Compensation Corporation (ACC) social media campaign may have had on New Zealand secondary school students' knowledge, attitudes, and behaviours regarding sports-related concussion. The main findings of this study show that the ACC social media campaign did not alter students’ knowledge, attitudes, and behaviours toward sports-related concussion. Students were knowledgeable regarding concussion and showed positive attitudes towards correct management of the injury. Students had specific knowledge gaps regarding the onset of symptoms, activities to avoid post-concussion, the possible complications of multiple injuries, and recognition of the less discernible symptoms of concussion. These results suggest that secondary school students would benefit from further education on the possible long-term effects of sports-related concussion and the importance of effective management once a concussion has occurred.
{"title":"New Zealand secondary school students’ knowledge, attitude and behaviours towards sports-related concussion","authors":"Emily Churton, Suzy Falconer, D. Reid","doi":"10.15619/nzjp/48.1.02","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.15619/nzjp/48.1.02","url":null,"abstract":"Sports-related concussion is a significant problem in New Zealand, with an estimated 21% of all traumatic brain injuries occurring in the sporting environment. The symptoms of sports-related concussion experienced by high school-aged athletes are often associated with a decline in academic performance, and are commonly more severe and persistent then those experienced by adult athletes. A 35-item, multi-choice questionnaire was used to ascertain New Zealand secondary school students’ knowledge, attitudes, and behaviours of sports-related concussion. By comparing results from 2018 to those obtained in 2017, this study investigated the impact that a 2018 Accident Compensation Corporation (ACC) social media campaign may have had on New Zealand secondary school students' knowledge, attitudes, and behaviours regarding sports-related concussion. The main findings of this study show that the ACC social media campaign did not alter students’ knowledge, attitudes, and behaviours toward sports-related concussion. Students were knowledgeable regarding concussion and showed positive attitudes towards correct management of the injury. Students had specific knowledge gaps regarding the onset of symptoms, activities to avoid post-concussion, the possible complications of multiple injuries, and recognition of the less discernible symptoms of concussion. These results suggest that secondary school students would benefit from further education on the possible long-term effects of sports-related concussion and the importance of effective management once a concussion has occurred.","PeriodicalId":52167,"journal":{"name":"New Zealand Journal of Physiotherapy","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2020-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"45725039","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Hyperventilation syndrome is often undiagnosed due to its multi-systemic and 5 apparently unrelated symptoms. The Nijmegen Questionnaire is used by clinicians to 6 assess susceptible individuals, based on self-reporting symptoms attributed to 7 hyperventilation syndrome. However, evidence of psychometric properties of this 8 questionnaire is lacking. This study investigated two types of validity, using 9 interviews and Rasch analysis. Data showed that the Nijmegen Questionnaire met 10 criteria for content validity but not for structural validity. Content validity was 11 supported by a high matching percentage between the symptoms identified within 12 interview data and the current items on the Nijmegen Questionnaire (94%). Reported 13 symptoms from study participants were conceptually congruent with most of the 14 questionnaire items with minor language inconsistencies between patients and 15 clinicians. Rasch analysis indicated a poor fit of the Nijmegen Questionnaire to the 16 Rasch model, demonstrating poor structural validity. This study also developed a 17 revised version of the Nijmegen Questionnaire, which did meet criteria for structural 18 validity. Subsequently, a conversion table was created for transforming raw total 19 scores of the questionnaire in the clinical and research settings. Physiotherapists 20 should use the revised 15-item Nijmegen Questionnaire for clinical and research 21 purposes since it provides more accurate representation of the severity of patients’ 22 symptoms than the original scoring.
{"title":"The Nijmegen Questionnaire: A valid measure for hyperventilation syndrome","authors":"Vickie Li Ogilvie, N. Kayes, P. Kersten","doi":"10.15619/nzjp/47.3.04","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.15619/nzjp/47.3.04","url":null,"abstract":"Hyperventilation syndrome is often undiagnosed due to its multi-systemic and 5 apparently unrelated symptoms. The Nijmegen Questionnaire is used by clinicians to 6 assess susceptible individuals, based on self-reporting symptoms attributed to 7 hyperventilation syndrome. However, evidence of psychometric properties of this 8 questionnaire is lacking. This study investigated two types of validity, using 9 interviews and Rasch analysis. Data showed that the Nijmegen Questionnaire met 10 criteria for content validity but not for structural validity. Content validity was 11 supported by a high matching percentage between the symptoms identified within 12 interview data and the current items on the Nijmegen Questionnaire (94%). Reported 13 symptoms from study participants were conceptually congruent with most of the 14 questionnaire items with minor language inconsistencies between patients and 15 clinicians. Rasch analysis indicated a poor fit of the Nijmegen Questionnaire to the 16 Rasch model, demonstrating poor structural validity. This study also developed a 17 revised version of the Nijmegen Questionnaire, which did meet criteria for structural 18 validity. Subsequently, a conversion table was created for transforming raw total 19 scores of the questionnaire in the clinical and research settings. Physiotherapists 20 should use the revised 15-item Nijmegen Questionnaire for clinical and research 21 purposes since it provides more accurate representation of the severity of patients’ 22 symptoms than the original scoring.","PeriodicalId":52167,"journal":{"name":"New Zealand Journal of Physiotherapy","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2019-11-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"46674452","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
M. Kaur, D. C. Ribeiro, J. Theis, K. Webster, G. Sole
Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries have a profound impact on an individual’s life. The aim of this study was to explore participants’ experiences and perspectives of outcomes of their ACL reconstruction (ACLR) from two to 10 years following surgery, in relation to physical activity, sports, occupation and quality of life. Ten participants completed patient-reported outcome measures (PROM), namely the Tegner Activity Scale, the Knee Outcome and Osteoarthritis Score (KOOS) and the Sports Confidence Scale; and they participated in individual face-to-face semi-structured interviews. The interviews were recorded and transcribed verbatim. The general inductive approach was used for data analysis, and PROMs were analysed descriptively. Two themes were identified from the interviews: “Continuum of fear of re-injury versus confidence” and “Ongoing knee-health related problems and need of health professional advice”. Anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction may lead to long-term fear of injury and behavioural manifestations, with fluctuating levels of confidence during sports. Participants had ongoing knee health-related problems and were concerned about the future risk of re-injury or osteoarthritis. Participants reported good knee function, and yet scored low on quality of life scales (KOOS, median 53/100). The Sports Confidence Scale indicated low knee-related confidence levels (median 41.5/80). Health professionals should consider long-term individual-specific maintenance programmes that improve and maintain confidence and selfefficacy for those with ACLR. Kaur, M., Ribeiro, D. C., Theis, JC., Webster, K. E., & Sole, G. (2019). Individuals’ experiences of the consequences of anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction surgery. New Zealand Journal of Physiotherapy, 48(2), 76-93. https://doi. org/10.15619/NZJP/47.2.03
{"title":"Individuals’ experiences of the consequences of anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction surgery","authors":"M. Kaur, D. C. Ribeiro, J. Theis, K. Webster, G. Sole","doi":"10.15619/NZJP/47.2.03","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.15619/NZJP/47.2.03","url":null,"abstract":"Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries have a profound impact on an individual’s life. The aim of this study was to explore participants’ experiences and perspectives of outcomes of their ACL reconstruction (ACLR) from two to 10 years following surgery, in relation to physical activity, sports, occupation and quality of life. Ten participants completed patient-reported outcome measures (PROM), namely the Tegner Activity Scale, the Knee Outcome and Osteoarthritis Score (KOOS) and the Sports Confidence Scale; and they participated in individual face-to-face semi-structured interviews. The interviews were recorded and transcribed verbatim. The general inductive approach was used for data analysis, and PROMs were analysed descriptively. Two themes were identified from the interviews: “Continuum of fear of re-injury versus confidence” and “Ongoing knee-health related problems and need of health professional advice”. Anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction may lead to long-term fear of injury and behavioural manifestations, with fluctuating levels of confidence during sports. Participants had ongoing knee health-related problems and were concerned about the future risk of re-injury or osteoarthritis. Participants reported good knee function, and yet scored low on quality of life scales (KOOS, median 53/100). The Sports Confidence Scale indicated low knee-related confidence levels (median 41.5/80). Health professionals should consider long-term individual-specific maintenance programmes that improve and maintain confidence and selfefficacy for those with ACLR. Kaur, M., Ribeiro, D. C., Theis, JC., Webster, K. E., & Sole, G. (2019). Individuals’ experiences of the consequences of anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction surgery. New Zealand Journal of Physiotherapy, 48(2), 76-93. https://doi. org/10.15619/NZJP/47.2.03","PeriodicalId":52167,"journal":{"name":"New Zealand Journal of Physiotherapy","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2019-07-16","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"47816006","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
J. Reeve, L. Anderson, Y. Raslan, C. Grieve, J. Ford, L. Wilson
The aim of this study was to determine the physiotherapy management of patients undergoing upper and lower abdominal surgery performed via open or laparoscopic approaches in public hospital surgical units throughout New Zealand. The study also aimed to establish factors influencing physiotherapy practice and determine how New Zealand practice compares to current best evidence. A purpose-designed survey was distributed via post to the senior surgical ward physiotherapist of all public hospitals in New Zealand offering abdominal surgery (n = 23). A response rate of 83% (n = 19) was obtained. No respondents reported routine physiotherapy input with patients prior to surgery. Only one surgical centre (5%) provided prehabilitation, and this was to highrisk patients only. Postoperatively most respondents reported routine assessment and treatment of patients following open upper abdominal surgery, but not following open lower abdominal surgery or laparoscopic surgery. Early mobilisation and respiratory physiotherapy interventions were the most commonly implemented interventions postoperatively. This study identified that physiotherapy interventions for patients receiving abdominal surgery mainly focus on postoperative assessment and treatment of patients undergoing open upper abdominal surgery. Few units routinely assess these patients preoperatively or offer prehabilitation. This study will allow physiotherapists working with patients undergoing abdominal surgery in New Zealand to compare their own practice to that of others and consider their use of current best available evidence. Reeve, J., Anderson, L., Raslan, Y., Grieve, C., Ford, J., & Wilson, L. (2019). The physiotherapy management of patients undergoing abdominal surgery: A survey of current practice. New Zealand Journal of Physiotherapy, 47(2), 66-75. https://doi.org/10.15619/NZJP/47.2.02
{"title":"The physiotherapy management of patients undergoing abdominal surgery: A survey of current practice","authors":"J. Reeve, L. Anderson, Y. Raslan, C. Grieve, J. Ford, L. Wilson","doi":"10.15619/NZJP/47.2.02","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.15619/NZJP/47.2.02","url":null,"abstract":"The aim of this study was to determine the physiotherapy management of patients undergoing upper and lower abdominal surgery performed via open or laparoscopic approaches in public hospital surgical units throughout New Zealand. The study also aimed to establish factors influencing physiotherapy practice and determine how New Zealand practice compares to current best evidence. A purpose-designed survey was distributed via post to the senior surgical ward physiotherapist of all public hospitals in New Zealand offering abdominal surgery (n = 23). A response rate of 83% (n = 19) was obtained. No respondents reported routine physiotherapy input with patients prior to surgery. Only one surgical centre (5%) provided prehabilitation, and this was to highrisk patients only. Postoperatively most respondents reported routine assessment and treatment of patients following open upper abdominal surgery, but not following open lower abdominal surgery or laparoscopic surgery. Early mobilisation and respiratory physiotherapy interventions were the most commonly implemented interventions postoperatively. This study identified that physiotherapy interventions for patients receiving abdominal surgery mainly focus on postoperative assessment and treatment of patients undergoing open upper abdominal surgery. Few units routinely assess these patients preoperatively or offer prehabilitation. This study will allow physiotherapists working with patients undergoing abdominal surgery in New Zealand to compare their own practice to that of others and consider their use of current best available evidence. Reeve, J., Anderson, L., Raslan, Y., Grieve, C., Ford, J., & Wilson, L. (2019). The physiotherapy management of patients undergoing abdominal surgery: A survey of current practice. New Zealand Journal of Physiotherapy, 47(2), 66-75. https://doi.org/10.15619/NZJP/47.2.02","PeriodicalId":52167,"journal":{"name":"New Zealand Journal of Physiotherapy","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2019-07-16","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"46098329","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
P. Jayakaran, M. Perry, Marko Kondov, T. McPherson, Leigh Sutherland, A. Wypych
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Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is an essential life-saving skill shown to save lives and improve outcomes of survivors. Physiotherapists are ethically obliged to ensure the safety of patients and to assist in an emergency if required. The purpose of this study was to explore the knowledge and perceptions of CPR amongst New Zealand physiotherapists. Chi-square statistics were used to test associations between the independent variables of age, sex, years of experience, scope and place of work, and postgraduate qualification against CPR training, beliefs and knowledge. A total of 688 physiotherapists completed the online survey. Only half of respondents (56%) had received formal CPR training in the previous year. One-fifth had used CPR in an emergency, with most applications being successful. Physiotherapists working in private practice, public hospitals and community settings were more likely to have CPR certification compared to other settings (p = 0.004). Significant CPR knowledge gaps existed in older (>39 years) physiotherapists (p = <0.001). The current low frequency of CPR training and the likelihood of having to perform CPR in an emergency (1 in 5) is a risk for physiotherapists. Future research should focus on a practical assessment of physiotherapists’ CPR skills to assess competency. Harvey, D., O’Brien, D., Moran, K., & Webber, J. (2019). Knowledge and perceptions of cardiopulmonary resuscitation amongst New Zealand physiotherapists. New Zealand Journal of Physiotherapy, 47(2), 94-104. https://doi.org/10.15619/ NZJP/47.2.04
{"title":"Knowledge and perceptions of cardiopulmonary resuscitation amongst New Zealand physiotherapists","authors":"D. Harvey, D. O'Brien, K. Moran, J. Webber","doi":"10.15619/NZJP/47.2.04","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.15619/NZJP/47.2.04","url":null,"abstract":"Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is an essential life-saving skill shown to save lives and improve outcomes of survivors. Physiotherapists are ethically obliged to ensure the safety of patients and to assist in an emergency if required. The purpose of this study was to explore the knowledge and perceptions of CPR amongst New Zealand physiotherapists. Chi-square statistics were used to test associations between the independent variables of age, sex, years of experience, scope and place of work, and postgraduate qualification against CPR training, beliefs and knowledge. A total of 688 physiotherapists completed the online survey. Only half of respondents (56%) had received formal CPR training in the previous year. One-fifth had used CPR in an emergency, with most applications being successful. Physiotherapists working in private practice, public hospitals and community settings were more likely to have CPR certification compared to other settings (p = 0.004). Significant CPR knowledge gaps existed in older (>39 years) physiotherapists (p = <0.001). The current low frequency of CPR training and the likelihood of having to perform CPR in an emergency (1 in 5) is a risk for physiotherapists. Future research should focus on a practical assessment of physiotherapists’ CPR skills to assess competency. Harvey, D., O’Brien, D., Moran, K., & Webber, J. (2019). Knowledge and perceptions of cardiopulmonary resuscitation amongst New Zealand physiotherapists. New Zealand Journal of Physiotherapy, 47(2), 94-104. https://doi.org/10.15619/ NZJP/47.2.04","PeriodicalId":52167,"journal":{"name":"New Zealand Journal of Physiotherapy","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2019-07-16","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"42134110","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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