Role of medical university volunteer students in teaching children first aid rules

The purpose of the study: to demonstrate the importance and effectiveness of volunteer activities of medical university students in teaching children the basics of first aid. The objectives of the study: to increase children›s motivation for learning, interest in medicine, level of knowledge and skills of students in first aid. To form and develop leadership qualities, interpersonal skills, responsibility, empathy and teamwork. To create a solid foundation for future professional activities. To emphasize the importance of volunteer activities of medical students in teaching children the rules of first aid. To show positive impact on children, students and society in general. Call for the expansion and strengthening of such cooperation to improve the safety and health of future generations. Materials and methods. An analysis of existing scientific publications, articles and guides on first aid, and also materials related to volunteer activities of medical students has been carried out. This allowed us to identify the main approaches and teaching methods of first aid. Questionnaires have been developed for school children participating in teaching programs. The surveys included questions about the perception of the program, the level of material absorption and satisfaction with the training. Questionnaires have been distributed to participants of grades 7–11 within the same educational institution. The teaching process, including first aid classes, conducted by volunteer students, has been monitored. This allowed to evaluate teaching methods, interaction with children and the level of involvement of participants. Data collected have been analyzed using quantitative and qualitative methods. The results of the surveys and questionnaires have been processed using statistical methods to identify patterns. All participants have been informed about the objectives and methods of the study, and consent has been obtained to participate. Anonymity of responses has been preserved. Results. The results of the research are as follows. Before the training, the knowledge results on first aid rules were within 15.33%. After the master class, the level of knowledge increased to 85%. The difference in average scores was 69.7%, which confirms the effectiveness of the training. All this emphasizes the importance of introducing first aid programs into school courses to improve students› preparedness for emergency situations. Conclusion. The training program of first aid has significantly increased the level of knowledge and skills of schoolchildren in first aid, which, in turn, has helped significantly to reduce the risk of negative consequences in emergency situations and prepare a new generation for active actions in difficult circumstances. 

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