During the class, students are presented with various scenarios during which they need to determine why the patient is seeking assistance. This class provides each student with the tools needed to conduct a thorough assessment each and every time. Initially the student learns the assessment process flow and gradually is introduced to injuries and illnesses in the scenarios. Eventually the scenarios include other complicating factors that keep the class interesting (working in tight space or irate customer interference are some examples).
Once the assessment is completed the patient needs to be stabilized via splinting, bandaging, or both. Students learn splinting using simple splints they carry as well as specialized splints that they need to request for delivery to the scene. Students learn to work as a team for the equipment that requires two or more rescuers to correctly apply. Students also learn how to address illnesses and determine if rapid transport to a higher level of care is needed. By class completion, students are prepared for pretty much any injury or illness, but, in the event they encounter an unusual circumstance once patrolling, the student-now-patroller will have the knowledge base to improvise utilizing available equipment.
If you are interested in joining the class please review the Guide to Assessments located HERE. Please print out and LEARN this guide--you will need the printed copy to refer to during class. You should show up to the first class with a working knowledge of the flow. We will start in right away with assessments so leave any inhibitions at home and prepare to shine in the class. You will likely have some questions and need some clarifications but you should be able to get a fairly good idea of the process. As you read through the book and learn more details about injuries you will find out the reasons for what you are doing.
The video below does a reasonably good job of demonstrating how an assessment in completed. We do not oscultate and will add a few items, but the basics are there.
The video below does a reasonably good job of demonstrating how an assessment in completed. We do not oscultate and will add a few items, but the basics are there.