Piloting B-CROP: A Community-Based Intervention to Optimize Bystander CPR Performance
Oct - Dec 2022 | IIT Institute of Design (Academic Project) | Myself - Design Researcher Mentored by Prof.Kim Erwin
This project aims to pilot the Bystander CPR Performance Optimization Program (B-CROP), a community-based intervention designed to improve the performance of bystander CPR in emergency situations.
Through this pilot, I seek to implement a human-centered design approach that takes into account the web of forces in healthcare systems, involving all stakeholders to build system-aware solutions. I also recognize the need for a higher level of thinking that involves everyone and acknowledge that any design implemented is on a trajectory, requiring modifications based on new learnings and insights.
Project Overview - pilot study
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Background
Let's understand what a cardiac arrest means?
Cardiac Arrest is an Electrical Problem.
The electrical signals controlling the heartbeat suddenly become chaotic, causing the heart to stop beating.
Despite the fact that 74% of Out-of-Home Cardiac Arrest happen in a home, there has not been a widespread focus on preparing and practicing for this home emergency.
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Just over 6% of people survive in-home cardiac arrest.
What we know.
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Survival of OHCA varies greatly between cities across the country.
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Source : Heart Disease and Stroke Statistics—2014 Update.[2]
Hypothesis
Bystander CPR performance is a behavior that needs to be reinforced in areas and communities where it is largely absent.
The Approach and the Intervention
The HBM which already exists was originally created in the 1950s and is used to describe and explain why people choose to do certain health activities (e.g., perform CPR). The model has been changed over the years, but it is used to help promote people's readiness to act. It is one of the most widely used health promotion models
Development Phase
This phase uses research methods to create tailored interventions that are then applied to the local context.
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Implementation Phase
This phase uses support tools to implement the interventions in the local context
The Pilot
Learnings & reflections
By examining the successes and failures of previous initiatives, we can build upon what works and avoid repeating mistakes. Additionally, I recognize the importance of continually improving my research skills to stay up-to-date on the latest developments and best practices in the field.
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I also believe that a human-centered approach, which involves all stakeholders and takes a flexible and collaborative approach, is key to creating positive change. By incorporating human-centered design, an effective and sustainable solution can be created. Overall, I have gained a deeper appreciation for the complexities of healthcare systems and the importance of taking a holistic and system-aware approach to problem-solving.
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