Effectiveness of Nursing Training in Enhancing Response to Code Blue Situations

Abstract

Code Blue situations represent critical medical emergencies requiring immediate and proficient nursing response to improve patient survival outcomes. This study examines the effectiveness of structured nursing training programs in enhancing nurses' knowledge, skills, and response capabilities during Code Blue events. A quasi-experimental design was employed with 120 nurses from tertiary care hospitals in India, divided into intervention and control groups. The intervention group received comprehensive simulation-based training including theoretical instruction, hands-on practice, and scenario-based drills over a 6-week period. Data collection involved pre-test and post-test assessments measuring knowledge scores, skill competency levels, response times, and confidence ratings. Results demonstrated significant improvements in the intervention group: knowledge scores increased from 58.4% to 84.7%, skill competency improved by 68%, mean response time decreased from 2.8 minutes to 1.2 minutes, and confidence levels rose from 42% to 89%. Statistical analysis using paired t-tests revealed highly significant differences (p<0.001) across all parameters. The study concludes that structured, simulation-based nursing training significantly enhances Code Blue response effectiveness, supporting its integration into mandatory continuing education programs for optimal emergency care delivery and improved patient outcomes in critical care settings.