Development of a Basic Life Support (BLS) Training Program Aligned with Muslim Lifestyles in the Context of the Three Southern Border Provinces, Thailand

Abstract

This research and development study aimed to: (1) develop a basic cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) instructional program for sudden cardiac arrest that aligns with Muslim values in Thailand’s southern border provinces; (2) compare students' knowledge before and after program participation; (3) assess their CPR performance; and (4) evaluate student satisfaction. The study had two phases. Phase one focused on program development, involving five purposively selected experts: one emergency medicine specialist, one paramedic, one education expert, and two Islamic scholars. They collaborated to design content aligned with both medical standards and Islamic principles. Phase two involved implementation with 35 upper secondary students (Grades 10–12) from a randomly selected private Islamic school in Mueang District, Yala Province. Students were sampled proportionally by grade level. Instruments included lesson plans, instructional media, pre- and post-tests, CPR skill assessments, and satisfaction questionnaires. Results showed that: (1) the program included four one-hour sessions covering CPR knowledge and relevant Islamic values; (2) post-test scores significantly improved from pre-test levels (p<0.01); (3) CPR performance averaged 97.25%, significantly exceeding the 70% benchmark (p<0.01); and (4) student satisfaction was rated highest (Mean=4.68, SD=0.554). Findings suggest that the CPR instructional program effectively enhanced students' knowledge and skills while respecting local religious and cultural contexts, offering a model for integrating health education with faith-based values.