CARDIORESPIRATORY RESUSCITATION TRAINING AMONG INDIVIDUALS AGED-60 AND ABOVE

Objective: To identify determinants for participation and to assess wh ich factors most significantly influenced intention to participate in CPR classes among individuals aged 60 and older. Methods: 210 older ad ults in Tarrant County, Texas responded to a self-administered questio nnaire de signed to determine their willingness to participate in CPR training. Results. A relationship was found between behavioral intenti on and employment status, age, desire for CPR on self, and desire for CPR on others. Conclusion: Older Americans are willing to undergo CPR training, but encounter a number of barriers that prevent them from ta king CPR classes.