Evaluating CPR Breast Attachment Impact on EMT Training: A Randomized Controlled Trial.
Simul HealthcOct 1, 2026 (epub)
Clinical ResearchEmergency Medicine
Deeya Sharma, Naeha Geogy, Victoria A Roach
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In 30 seconds
This randomized controlled trial evaluated the impact of the ReviveHer breast attachment on EMT students' willingness and comfort in performing CPR on breasted and nonbreasted individuals. The study found that using the attachment significantly increased willingness to initiate CPR in various settings and improved comfort and confidence levels while reducing fears of legal repercussions.
Key findings
- The experimental group showed increased willingness to perform CPR on breasted individuals in public (P = 0.011) and private settings (P = 0.015).
- Participants reported greater comfort in unclothing a breasted body in private (P = 0.017).
- Confidence in providing compressions to an unclothed breasted body increased (P = 0.043).
- Fear of sexual harassment accusations decreased (P = 0.044).
Why it matters
This study highlights the importance of addressing gender disparities in bystander CPR. Enhancing EMT training with tools like the ReviveHer breast attachment may improve the likelihood of timely CPR delivery, ultimately impacting survival rates in out-of-hospital cardiac arrest cases.