Assessment of ABCDE approach knowledge among residents and interns in multiple Egyptian hospitals, a cross-sectional study
Abstract Background The Airway, Breathing, Circulation, Disability, and Exposure (ABCDE) approach is crucial in emergency care, but there may be variability in adherence among healthcare professionals. Inconsistent application of this approach may lead to variations in patient care quality and outco...
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| author | Mohamed Saad Rakab Ahmed B. Zaid Malak Abbas Hamadein Salma Abbas Hamadein Mahmoud Abd Elgawad Ashour Alaa Samir El-Shamia Dina Ayman Mostafa Rahma Mogahed Rateb Marwa Abdelrahman Elashry Mennat-Allah Mostafa El-Badawy Rehab Shaheen Bahram Shaheen |
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| description | Abstract Background The Airway, Breathing, Circulation, Disability, and Exposure (ABCDE) approach is crucial in emergency care, but there may be variability in adherence among healthcare professionals. Inconsistent application of this approach may lead to variations in patient care quality and outcomes. Identifying the factors influencing adherence can help improve training to ensure more effective application across emergency settings. This study explores the theoretical knowledge of the ABCDE approach among Egyptian resident doctors and medical interns. Methods An online survey was conducted in Egypt targeting resident doctors and medical interns. Statistical analyses were performed using SPSS 26 and Excel, descriptive statistics and association tests were used to measure the relationship between knowledge and demographic factors. Results The study included 422 medical residents and interns, with most in university hospitals. The average knowledge score of 59.1% exposed specific gaps in understanding, emphasizing deficiencies in 12 questions answered by less than 50%. Notably, 49.5% acquired ABCDE knowledge from medical school, while 28.2% had ALS/BLS courses. Encouragingly, 91.2% expressed willingness for life support training. Statistical analyses unveiled significant associations between knowledge scores and both medical practice settings and sources of ABCDE knowledge. Surgeons exhibited the lowest knowledge scores among participants, emphasizing the need for tailored interventions across specialties. Conclusion This study addresses a critical gap in ABCDE approach knowledge among Egyptian resident doctors and medical interns. The study points to the need for focused education, especially for surgeons, to improve emergency care skills and patient outcomes through continued training. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-ae7210e9f04e4b24b9f56af732d4fe092025-02-02T12:29:54ZengBMCBMC Medical Education1472-69202025-01-012511710.1186/s12909-025-06668-zAssessment of ABCDE approach knowledge among residents and interns in multiple Egyptian hospitals, a cross-sectional studyMohamed Saad Rakab0Ahmed B. Zaid1Malak Abbas Hamadein2Salma Abbas Hamadein3Mahmoud Abd Elgawad Ashour4Alaa Samir El-Shamia5Dina Ayman Mostafa6Rahma Mogahed Rateb7Marwa Abdelrahman Elashry8Mennat-Allah Mostafa El-Badawy9Rehab Shaheen Bahram Shaheen10Faculty of Medicine, Mansoura UniversityClinical Pathology Department, National Liver Institute, Menofia UniversityFaculty of Medicine, Nile UniversityFaculty of Medicine, Nile UniversityFaculty of Medicine, Alexandria UniversityMansoura Manchester Medical ProgramFaculty of Medicine, Benisuef UniversityFaculty of medicine, Assuit UniversityMansoura University hospitalAlexandria University Main HospitalInternal medicine and critical care unit, Mansoura UniversityAbstract Background The Airway, Breathing, Circulation, Disability, and Exposure (ABCDE) approach is crucial in emergency care, but there may be variability in adherence among healthcare professionals. Inconsistent application of this approach may lead to variations in patient care quality and outcomes. Identifying the factors influencing adherence can help improve training to ensure more effective application across emergency settings. This study explores the theoretical knowledge of the ABCDE approach among Egyptian resident doctors and medical interns. Methods An online survey was conducted in Egypt targeting resident doctors and medical interns. Statistical analyses were performed using SPSS 26 and Excel, descriptive statistics and association tests were used to measure the relationship between knowledge and demographic factors. Results The study included 422 medical residents and interns, with most in university hospitals. The average knowledge score of 59.1% exposed specific gaps in understanding, emphasizing deficiencies in 12 questions answered by less than 50%. Notably, 49.5% acquired ABCDE knowledge from medical school, while 28.2% had ALS/BLS courses. Encouragingly, 91.2% expressed willingness for life support training. Statistical analyses unveiled significant associations between knowledge scores and both medical practice settings and sources of ABCDE knowledge. Surgeons exhibited the lowest knowledge scores among participants, emphasizing the need for tailored interventions across specialties. Conclusion This study addresses a critical gap in ABCDE approach knowledge among Egyptian resident doctors and medical interns. The study points to the need for focused education, especially for surgeons, to improve emergency care skills and patient outcomes through continued training.https://doi.org/10.1186/s12909-025-06668-zEmergency medicineFirst aidsMedical residentsMedical internsEgypt |
| spellingShingle | Mohamed Saad Rakab Ahmed B. Zaid Malak Abbas Hamadein Salma Abbas Hamadein Mahmoud Abd Elgawad Ashour Alaa Samir El-Shamia Dina Ayman Mostafa Rahma Mogahed Rateb Marwa Abdelrahman Elashry Mennat-Allah Mostafa El-Badawy Rehab Shaheen Bahram Shaheen Assessment of ABCDE approach knowledge among residents and interns in multiple Egyptian hospitals, a cross-sectional study BMC Medical Education Emergency medicine First aids Medical residents Medical interns Egypt |
| title | Assessment of ABCDE approach knowledge among residents and interns in multiple Egyptian hospitals, a cross-sectional study |
| title_full | Assessment of ABCDE approach knowledge among residents and interns in multiple Egyptian hospitals, a cross-sectional study |
| title_fullStr | Assessment of ABCDE approach knowledge among residents and interns in multiple Egyptian hospitals, a cross-sectional study |
| title_full_unstemmed | Assessment of ABCDE approach knowledge among residents and interns in multiple Egyptian hospitals, a cross-sectional study |
| title_short | Assessment of ABCDE approach knowledge among residents and interns in multiple Egyptian hospitals, a cross-sectional study |
| title_sort | assessment of abcde approach knowledge among residents and interns in multiple egyptian hospitals a cross sectional study |
| topic | Emergency medicine First aids Medical residents Medical interns Egypt |
| url | https://doi.org/10.1186/s12909-025-06668-z |
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