ASSESSING AWARENESS OF BASIC LIFE SUPPORT AMONG NURSING STAFF WORKING IN THE WARD (S) OF A LEADING TERTIARY CARE CENTER IN KOLKATA: A CROSS-SECTIONAL AUDIT

A profound understanding of BLS is crucial for nursing staff assigned to the general ward in a hospital. Consistently staying updated will enable early identification of sick patients, leading to better patient outcomes. Making regular audits and mandatory monitoring of nurses knowledge of BLS will ensure enhanced quality of care.