Van Lang University Community Enhances Awareness of Cardiac Arrest Resuscitation

In observance of World Restart a Heart Day on October 16, 2024, the Faculty of Nursing at Van Lang University organized a training session titled “Rapid Response in Cardiac Arrest to Sustain Life,” open to all lecturers, staff, and students of Van Lang University. The event gathered numerous experts to focus on four key steps: assessing the victim, calling emergency services (115), performing chest compressions, and defibrillation.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Tran Thi My Dieu, President of Van Lang University, expressed her delight at the opportunity to engage with specialists in the field of cardiac arrest resuscitation. She emphasized that the event served as a platform for lecturers and students to undergo professional training, hoping to foster a commitment to advancement and integration within the healthcare sector. With the Zoll AED equipment designed for non-medical personnel, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Tran Thi My Dieu highlighted that CPR skills are crucial for aiding cardiac arrest victims and significantly increasing their chances of survival.

During his second collaboration with Van Lang University, Mr. Wiwis Jirasirwatana, an expert from Zoll Medical, provided valuable insights into the necessity of proactive involvement in cardiac arrest emergencies. Through instructional videos detailing the procedures of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), Mr. Wiwis Jirasirwatana helped students identify warning signs, manage urgent situations, and perform cardiac compression effectively. To ensure a safe environment for accessing victims, the expert thoroughly analyzed considerations related to timing, location, and techniques.

From experiencing first aid for cardiac arrest, participants engaged in hands-on simulation models and were tested on their knowledge through quizzes. Based on the results of chest compression exercises, the speaker evaluated each aspect and the overall effectiveness of the participants' performance. The event concluded successfully, inspiring the Faculty of Nursing to organize a variety of future training sessions and academic activities. These efforts aim to equip the Van Lang community with enhanced professional competencies and the ability to handle emergency situations related to community health.

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