ผลของการเรียนรู้ด้วยตนเองผ่านเว็บแอปพลิเคชันต่อความรู้การปฐมพยาบาลผู้บาดเจ็บจากอุบัติเหตุจราจร

Chatkhane Pearkao; Wiphawadee Potisopha; Supan Unjai; Parichat Wonggom; Sukuman Homvisetvongsa; Orawee Changrueang; Korakot Apiratwarakul; Jeerawan Ek-U

Authors

Chatkhane Pearkao Faculty of Nursing, Khon Kaen University
Wiphawadee Potisopha Faculty of Nursing, Khon Kaen University
Supan Unjai Faculty of Nursing, Khon Kaen University
Parichat Wonggom Faculty of Nursing, Khon Kaen University
Sukuman Homvisetvongsa Faculty of Nursing, Khon Kaen University
Orawee Changrueang Faculty of Nursing, Khon Kaen University
Korakot Apiratwarakul Faculty of Medicine, Khon Kaen University, Thailand
Jeerawan Ek-U Faculty of Nursing, Khon Kaen University

Keywords:

first aid, knowledge, general public, web application, road accident

Abstract

Nowadays, technology and information systems have increasingly played a significant role in promoting self-directed learning, including knowledge of first aid. However, research on the effectiveness of web applications as a learning tool to enhance first aid knowledge for traffic accident victims among the general public remains limited. This study aimed to examine the level of knowledge about first aid for traffic accident victims before and after self-directed learning through a web application among the general public. A quasi-experimental study with a one-group pretest-posttest design was employed. The participants included 536 individuals who accessed a first aid web application between August 2021 and May 2022. The application contained learning modules, posttest, a question-and-answer forum, and a direct emergency call feature (dial 1669). Data was collected using a structured data recording form that included demographic information, knowledge test scores, and open-ended questions regarding opinions on usage. Descriptive statistics and paired t-test were used for data analysis.

Results of the study revealed that participants had a mean age of 18.74 years (SD=5.77), with the majority being female (50%) and students (79%). Nearly half had completed upper secondary education. The mean posttest score was significantly higher than the pretest score (t=-13.13, df=535, p<.001). The participants commented that the web application was interesting, useful, and applicable to daily life. However, they suggested that improvements should be made to its content and usability, and that additional training approaches should also be incorporated.

In conclusion, the web application for first aid for traffic accident victims was effective in improving users’ knowledge, and the knowledge gained could be applied in daily life, which may contribute to reducing injury severity and traffic accident-related mortality. Therefore, relevant organizations should consider implementing this web application as a tool for first aid education across all sectors.

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