Analiza wiedzy studentów PWSZ we Włocławku na temat udzielania pierwszej pomocy

: Introduction. First aid is simply activities taken immediately by the first witnesses of the event in the situation of a sudden threat to health and human life before the arrival of qualified emergency services. Every citizen is obliged to provide first aid. The aim. The aim of the research was to analyze the knowledge about first aid of PWSZ students in Włocławek. Material and methods. The research was conducted among 185 students of PWSZ in Włocławek. The method of diagnostic survey, questionnaire and author’s questionnaire were used. Results. Students have moderate knowledge about the aspects of first aid. Most of the respondents confirmed that every citizen is obliged to take actions to provide help. Nevertheless, a significant percentage of respondents would not undertake such activities. Conclusions . Students present a moderate level of knowledge in the field of first aid. Systematic educational activities are necessary in the field of their preparation for conscious, responsible participation in saving lives of other people.