Survey on the Effectiveness of Education Using HeartCode^® 2025 BLS Complete in Basic Life Support Courses

Abstract

 Abstract The novel coronavirus pandemic disrupted traditional face-to-face training in dental schools, significantly affecting practical, skills-based dentistry education. To address this, the Nippon Dental University of Life Dentistry in Tokyo introduced HeartCode^® 2025 BLS Complete, a remote practice system for Basic Life Support (BLS) training. This system integrates knowledge-based self-study via e-learning with skill training using RQI carts equipped with adult and infant mannequins and PC terminals for visual feedback.

 A detailed questionnaire survey assessed content satisfaction by comparing remote skill training feedback from clinical resident dentists, fifth-year students, and training instructors against conventional, instructor-led BLS training. The results indicated high satisfaction with remote training content, demonstrating its effectiveness comparable to traditional BLS instruction. However, many participants found convention-led BLS training less satisfactory, highlighting gaps in traditional methods. The findings suggest that HeartCode^® 2025 BLS Complete is not only effective but also provides a flexible and accessible alternative for continued education and training in challenging situations.