Examining how stress affects manual ventilation by healthcare professionals

Impact of Stress the Management of BAVU Ventilation (Self-filling Bag With One-way Valve) by Healthcare Professionals.

University Hospital, Clermont-Ferrand · NCT06481618

This study tests how stress affects the way healthcare professionals provide manual ventilation to patients using a special bag during simulated situations.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment90 (estimated)
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
SponsorUniversity Hospital, Clermont-Ferrand (other)
Locations1 site (Clermont-Ferrand)
Trial IDNCT06481618 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This observational study aims to investigate the impact of stress on the manual ventilation delivered by healthcare professionals using a Self-filling Bag With One-way Valve. Participants will engage in a simulation where they ventilate a high-fidelity mannequin while their performance is recorded under both normal and stressful conditions. Key ventilatory parameters such as pressure, frequency, and volume will be measured to assess how stress alters their ventilation techniques. Additionally, participants' stress levels will be evaluated through self-assessment scales and heart rate monitoring before and during the simulation.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are healthcare professionals who may be required to perform manual ventilation.

Not a fit: Patients who are not healthcare professionals or those who do not engage in manual ventilation will not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance training and protocols for healthcare professionals in high-stress situations, potentially improving patient outcomes during emergencies.

How similar studies have performed: While the specific approach of this study may be novel, other studies have explored the effects of stress on healthcare performance, indicating potential relevance.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Any healthcare professional who may be required to perform manual ventilation

Exclusion Criteria:

* Unavailability of simulation equipment
* Refusal to participate

Where this trial is running

Clermont-Ferrand

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.

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Conditions: Any Healthcare Professional, Agreement to Participate, Who May be Required to Perform Manual Ventilation

Last reviewed 2026-05-15 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.