Remote Emergency Care - Level 2
Remote Emergency Care - Level 2
A two day course that is recognised by the Mountaineering Ireland, Canoeing Ireland, and other outdoor governing bodies. On this course the focus is on dealing with incidents far from medical help with the minimal equipment you would carry while participating in or leading outdoor activities.
The emphasis is on practical skills with plenty of hands-on practice including lots of outdoor scenarios. This course can be tailored to the requirements of special interest groups, for example climbers, mountain leaders, paddlesports instructors or divemasters.
No previous experience required. This course requires a minimum of 6 participants.
Topics covered include:
In addition to Level 1 competencies:
1. Patient assessment
2. Effectiveness of CPR
3. Shock
4. Vital signs
5. Spinal injuries
6. Head injuries
7. Fracture management
8. Sprains and strains
9. Management of dislocations
10. Wound Management
11. Hypoglycaemia and diabetes
12. Hypothermia
13. Hyperthermia
14. Dehydration
15. Heart Disease
16. Asthma
17. Seizures
18. Stroke
19. Drowning
