Childhood accidents and sudden health emergencies are significant public health concerns that may lead to severe injury or death. Parents, as primary caregivers, play a critical role in providing timely first aid and basic health interventions; however, studies indicate that their knowledge and practical skills are often limited, particularly among families of children with special needs. Therefore, structured training programs are essential. This study aims to evaluate the effect of 5E (Engage, Explore, Explain, Elaborate, and Evaluate)model-based simulation training in first aid and basic health on the knowledge and practical skills of parents of children with special needs. By integrating active learning, hands-on workshops, and interactive teaching methods, the program seeks to enhance theoretical knowledge and practical competence, ultimately supporting safer and more effective responses to pediatric emergencies.
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Purpose
HEALTH_SERVICES_RESEARCH
Masking
SINGLE
Enrollment
66
Participants in the 5E Model-Based Simulation Training Group will receive a comprehensive five-week training program based on the 5E instructional model, including theoretical instruction, mannequin-based practice, and simulation-based scenarios. The simulation-based activities will cover common pediatric emergencies such as airway obstruction, loss of consciousness, bleeding, dehydration, psychological first aid, and basic life support
Participants in the Standard Training Group will receive a five-week training program with the same duration and educational content as the 5E Model-Based Simulation Training Group, including theoretical instruction and mannequin-based practice, but without simulation-based scenarios. This design will allow the assessment of the added effect of 5E model-based simulation training on training effectiveness.
Parent and Child Descriptive Information Form,
The Parent and Child Descriptive Information Form is a 10-item form used to collect demographic and background information about the parents and their children with special needs. The form includes questions regarding the participant's age, sex, education level, marital status, employment status, economic status, duration of providing care to the child with special needs, previous participation in similar training programs, and the age and sex of the child receiving care.
Time frame: Pre-training assessment(to)=Before the first training session (November 6, 2026)
First Aid Knowledge Assessment Form:
The First Aid Knowledge Assessment Form is a 30-item instrument used to assess parents' knowledge of first aid. It evaluates knowledge related to general first aid, basic life support, foreign body airway obstruction, injuries, bleeding and shock, disorders of consciousness, burns, heatstroke and frostbite, fractures, dislocations and sprains, and poisoning. Each item is answered as "Yes," "No," or "I don't know." Correct responses are scored as 1 point, whereas incorrect or "I don't know" responses are scored as 0 points. Total scores range from 0 to 30.
Time frame: Pre-training assessment(t0) and Post-training assessment(t1)=Before the first training session (November 6, 2026) and immediately after the fifth training session (December 4, 2026)
Basic Health Education Knowledge Assessment Form:
The Basic Health Education Knowledge Assessment Form is a 14-item instrument developed by the researchers to assess parents' knowledge of topics covered in the basic health education program. The form evaluates knowledge related to pediatric emergencies, nutrition, home health and safety, and psychological first aid. Each item is answered as "Yes," "No," or "I don't know." Correct responses are scored as 1 point, whereas incorrect or "I don't know" responses are scored as 0 points. Total scores range from 0 to 14.
Time frame: Pre-training assessment(t0) and Post-training assessment(t1)=Before the first training session (November 6, 2026) and immediately after the fifth training session (December 4, 2026)
First Aid Skills Evaluation Form:
The First Aid Skills Evaluation Form is a 36-item instrument developed by the researchers to assess parents' practical first aid skills. The form evaluates basic first aid, management of airway obstruction, minor bleeding control, and basic life support skills for three age groups: infants (0-1 year), children (1-8 years), and adults. Each skill is rated on a 0-2 scale, with 0 indicating unable or incorrect performance, 1 indicating partially correct or assisted performance, and 2 indicating fully correct performance. Total scores range from 0 to 72.
Time frame: Post-training assessment(t1)=Immediately after the fifth training session (December 4, 2026)
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