Kindergarten teacher preparedness to provide first aid
Abstract
Research objectives (aims) and problem(s): This article presents research into the preparedness of kindergarten teachers to provide first aid. The research was based on statistics regarding accident rates in Polish kindergartens.
Research methods: The study involved 360 kindergarten teachers and employed the diagnostic survey method using a questionnaire.
Process of argumentation: The objective of the study was to assess Polish kindergarten teachers’ knowledge of first aid principles. The scope of the research was defined by the following questions:
- How do the surveyed teachers evaluate their knowledge of first aid?
- What types of situations involving danger to children have the surveyed teachers encountered?
- Were the surveyed teachers able to take appropriate action when a child’s life or health was at risk?
Research findings and their impact on the development of educational sciences: The study showed that teachers’ knowledge of first aid principles is insufficient and that the measures taken did not always follow proper procedures.
Conclusions and/or recommendations: There is a need to raise teachers’ awareness of the importance of regularly updating their ability to respond effectively in situations that threaten children’s safety.
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