PROGRAM OVERVIEW: Emergency Care is a fundamental training course that teaches lay providers how to give first aid and emergency medical care prior to the arrival of Emergency Medical Services. Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) training is recommended as a prerequisite for the Emergency Care Program. Emergency Care is flexible in its design to meet the varying needs of students and facilities. The Course is modular, allowing trainers to emphasize specific illness and injury topics.
COURSE AGENDA:
The "Circles of Care" concept
Initial assessment and care
SETUP
Use of Barriers
Assess Responsiveness
Activate
Control of Bleeding
Managing Shock
Introduction to illness and injury
Warning Signs Present
Major Mechanism - Head, Neck or Back
Emergency Moves
Managing Specific First Aid Problems
Performing a Physical Assessment
Obtaining Patient History
Emotional Impact of Providing care
Emergency Care Plan
Specific First Aid Topics:
Amputation
Bites and Stings
Burns
Exposure to Cold
Exposure to Heat
Injuries to Chest, Eye & Head
Injuries to Muscle and Bone
Splinting
Injuries to Soft Tissues
Impaled Objects
Allergic Reaction
Asthma
Diabetic Emergencies
Heart Attack
Poisoning
Seizures
Stroke
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Course Length: 2-2.5 hours* Students per session: 18 Course Completion Certificate: 2-Years Options: CPR, AED, Infant Child, Advanced First Aid
* Course length varies depending on student experience and specific first aid topics covered.
For more information, please contact us via email or call 800.585.8506.
