Outdoor Emergency Care - South Bay
Wednesday, October 26, 2022
Practical Exam Evaluation Criteria
Candidates - As we discussed in class. the practical exam evaluation criteria contain both a standard set of criteria, and a set of criteria customized to each specific test scenario and skill station.
Here is a generic version of the evaluation sheet.
And here are the tips we discussed in class:
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Practical Exam Location
As we discussed in class. the practical exam will be here: 2333 San Ramon Valley Blvd in San Ramon
Details on schedule pending.
Sunday, October 23, 2022
Ski Season Fitness
Candidates (and Patrollers) -
As we discussed in class, your candidate year can be physically demanding. To perform your best, it's best to be in your best shape. There are a number of ski-specific programs available, and here are a couple to consider. Regardless, pick yours - it's time to hit it.
Wagner Skis: Program here.
CMH Heliskiing. Program here.
Mass Casualty Simulation Event - Nov 3 - Need Volunteers!
The culmination of our class, mass casualty simulation night, has proven to be the most engaging, most instructive, and probably the most fun class of the entire course. Great fun for patroller candidates & volunteers alike.
What's Mass Casualty Night?
We simulate an event where we have multiple patients in need of care. Each patient acts out a unique injury. The patroller candidates assess each patient and then provide the appropriate care by themselves or by leading a team to do so. Pictures from previous year's event below.
Why is it unique?
The event is unique in that it requires the candidates to bring to bear all the skills they've learned in class, and do so in a stressful environment that we create. It's also a great opportunity for friends, family and others interested to see what this Outdoor Emergency Care is all about.
We need your help
To make this happen, we need a large number of volunteers. This year, we're looking for around 30. Young and old, we want and welcome all. We'll provide you some coaching on your "injury". In some cases, we'll also apply some moulage to better simulate the injury. And you'll get to act it out as you like, being as high or low maintenance as you like to your patroller-rescuer and their team.
Location
We simulate an event where we have multiple patients in need of care. Each patient acts out a unique injury. The patroller candidates assess each patient and then provide the appropriate care by themselves or by leading a team to do so. Pictures from previous year's event below.
Why is it unique?
The event is unique in that it requires the candidates to bring to bear all the skills they've learned in class, and do so in a stressful environment that we create. It's also a great opportunity for friends, family and others interested to see what this Outdoor Emergency Care is all about.
We need your help
To make this happen, we need a large number of volunteers. This year, we're looking for around 30. Young and old, we want and welcome all. We'll provide you some coaching on your "injury". In some cases, we'll also apply some moulage to better simulate the injury. And you'll get to act it out as you like, being as high or low maintenance as you like to your patroller-rescuer and their team.
Location
Venue for our MCI event this year is Putnam Mazda in Burlingame. Address = 65 California Dr, Burlingame, CA 94010. Google maps link here. Big thanks to the Putnam Dealership Group for their support.
How to Sign-up
If you're joining us, please sign-up. To do so, click on the link below and go to Nov 3. Sign up as a "MCI Night Patient Volunteer". Link here: https://teamup.com/ksbbcadac8c015e175
No doubt this year will once again prove to be very instructive to candidates, and very fun for the volunteers.
Thanks in advance for your support!
OEC Written Final Exam Test Bank
Sunday, October 16, 2022
Sager Process
Candidates - As Lucy taught in class, here's the 2-person Sager process. We'll go over this a bit more in class. Also, many resorts are now using the Slishman splint for mid-shaft femur. We'll have a look at one in class, but for the exam, let's stick with the Sager for mid-shaft femur (and backboard, as we discussed)
Splint Choices
Candidates - Based on localizing the injury in your physical assessment, be sure to select & apply the correct splint. Here's a summary:
Sunday, October 2, 2022
Bleed Control Class: Thanks Jimmy & LifeSafety Associates
Big thanks to Jimmy of Life Safety Associates for his talk at class this week. It's always a course highlight.
For those of you who've asked about his contact info, you can reach him here. His company info www.lifesafety.com
Saturday, October 1, 2022
Airway Adjuncts: OPA & NPA Videos
Candidates -
Here are two videos you may find helpful. Plus the usual disclaimer - stay in your scope of training/practice & always follow the instructions in the OEC protocols & book...
NPA: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YZ-fahKPOvc
Update: Above video may not be available. If not, try this one: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6UF-VaUKmvg
OPA: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3a00BMlI03s
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