FREC3

Objectives

• Develop a clear understanding of the roles and responsibilities of a first responder in emergency care settings.
• Learn how to conduct a thorough patient assessment, including primary and secondary surveys.
• Master essential life-saving techniques such as airway management, including the use of adjuncts and suction, as well as manual handling of patients.
• Understand and apply basic life support (BLS) skills, including CPR and the use of an automated external defibrillator (AED).
• Gain proficiency in managing trauma-related emergencies, including hemorrhage control, splinting fractures, and dealing with spinal injuries.
• Provide emergency care for medical conditions such as heart attacks, strokes, seizures, diabetic episodes, and anaphylaxis.
• Learn effective techniques for managing casualties in challenging environments, such as during extrication and immobilization.
• Improve communication and reporting skills to facilitate accurate handovers to paramedics or other healthcare professionals.