Introduction: To achieve desired goals in the first aid training, different learning methods can be used. We can use simulation which represents one of the active forms of learning. Within the simulations, we can choose simulated scenarios to bring more reality into the learning process. Purpose: The purpose of this final thesis is to evaluate the effectiveness of scenario-based first aid training. The aim is to determine whether the use of scenarios improves the provided first aid, how do participants of the training assess the use of scenarios in terms of usefulness and whether they would like to practice more with this method. Methods: We made a critical review of Slovene and English literature in the field of first aid focusing on the use of simulations and scenario-based training. We used the experimental method. We included 65 students of Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Ljubljana. The experimental group was unlike the control group exposed to scenario-based learning during first aid training. The data were collected with a questionnaire and evaluation paper, which enabled us to assess the students during the practical test. Results: In a practical test, where students were asked to provide first aid to an unconscious person after an electric shock (breathing was present), students from the experimental group, in comparison with the students from the control group, showed a higher level of knowledge. Students from both groups think that simulated scenarios are a useful method for learning and they would like this method to be used more often. Discussion and conclusion: Our research has shown that pre-training with simulated scenarios improves provided first aid in case of a simulated accident. Since this approach seems to be beneficial for students as well, it would be reasonable to include more simulated scenarios in first aid training.
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