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Research Article | Open Access

Published on: 18 May 2026

Article ID: wjcm.2026.e1801

Instructor Presence Stabilizes Performance Distributions in Digitally Scaffolded CPR Training
Felix Hoepfl* 1

Background: Digital feedback systems are increasingly integrated into school-based cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) training. Prior research has largely emphasized mean performance outcomes, whereas assessment theory suggests that distributional characteristics—particularly lower-tail reliability—may be equally relevant in safety-critical competence contexts.

Purpose: This study examined whether different instructional configurations under…

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Review Article | Open Access

Published on: 13 Feb 2026

Article ID: wjcm.2026.b1304

Professional Burnout and Work–Life Balance Among Physicians: A Narrative Review
Zaparackaite I 1 Singh SJ 2 Bhattacharya DC 3 Correia RC 4 Mehta AR 5 Midha PK 5 Patel R 6 Patel RV* 6

To synthesise current evidence on professional burnout among physicians, with a focus on epidemiology, causes, clinical manifestations, diagnostic approaches, prevention strategies, and management. The review also examines the role of work–life balance as a modifiable determinant of burnout risk.

Design: Narrative review.

Methods: A targeted literature search was conducted using MEDLINE, Embase, PsycINFO, and grey literature sources.…

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