Marine First Aid Level 4 (VTQ)
Course Content
- Course Introduction
- Human anatomy and physiology for immediate emergency care
- Safety and Calling for Help
- What3Words - location app
- Marine band radios
- Marine VHF Radios
- Common Coastal Water Dangers
- Common Fresh Water Marine Dangers
- Emergency Flares
- LED Flares
- The Coastguard
- The Air Ambulance
- Personal Location Beacons
- Accident Prevention
- Boat Safety
- Calling for help
- Water safety tubes
- Types of Blankets
- Emergency response for hybrid and electric boats
- First Aid and Safety Equipment\
- Initial Assessment and Care
- Basic airway management in emergency care
- CPR
- AED
- Administration of oxygen therapy
- Drowning
- Choking
- Shock
- Bleeding
- Catastrophic Injury
- Injuries
- Hypothermia
- Illness
- FIrst Responder - Management of injuries
- Prioritising first aid
- Pelvic Injuries
- Spinal Injuries
- Rapid Extrication
- SAM Pelvic Sling
- Box Splints
- Spinal Injury
- Stabilising the spine
- Spinal Recovery Position
- Introduction to Spinal Boards
- The spinal board
- Using the Spinal Board
- The Scoop Stretcher
- Using the scoop stretcher
- Cervical collars
- Vertical C-Spine Immobilisation
- Joint examination
- Adult fractures
- Types of fracture
- First Responder - Management of trauma
- Elevated Slings
- Lower limb immobilisation
- Elevation Techniques
- Helmet Removal
- Different Types of Helmets
- The Carry Chair
- Applying Plasters
- Strains and Sprains and the RICE procedure
- Eye Injuries
- Electrical Injuries
- Foreign objects in the eye, ears or nose
- Nose bleeds
- Bites and stings
- Chest Injuries
- Foxseal chest seals
- Abdominal Injuries
- Treating Snake Bites
- Types of head injury and consciousness
- Dislocated Shoulders and Joints
- Other Types of Injury
- Dental Injuries
- First Responder - Management of medical conditions
- Asthma
- Asthma Spacers
- When an Asthma inhaler is not available
- Accuhaler®
- Heart Attack
- Warning signs of cardiac arrest and heart attack
- Heart Attack Position
- Aspirin and the Aspod
- Stable angina
- Hypertension
- Pulse Oximetry
- Epilepsy
- Epilepsy treatment
- Meningitis
- Diabetes
- Blood Sugar Testing
- Poisons and Food Poisoning
- Shock
- Near and secondary drowning
- Cold water shock
- Allergic Reactions and Anaphylaxis
- Course Summary
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Sea urchins are small spiny marine animals that are commonly found in UK coastal waters. While they may not look particularly dangerous, their spines can cause painful injuries that can lead to infection and other complications. If you step on a sea urchin, you will feel an immediate sharp pain. These spines of the sea urchin can easily penetrate the skin, causing the spine to break off in the wound. If left untreated, the injury can become infected, leading to redness, swelling and pain. If the injury becomes severe, you may experience symptoms such as nausea and vomiting. If you do suffer a sea urchin injury, it is important to seek medical attention as soon as possible. If the spine is still embedded in the wound, the doctor may need to remove it to prevent infection. In some cases, the doctor may prescribe antibiotics to prevent the infection or recommend a tetanus booster shot. In addition to medical treatment, there is also some things you can do to manage the pain and reduce the risk of infection. For example, you can soak the affected area in warm water to help relieve the pain and promote healing. You can also take over-the-counter pain medication like ibuprofen or paracetamol to manage the pain. The best way to prevent a sea urchin injury is to avoid walking on rocks or areas where urchins are known to be present. If you are swimming or wading in shallow water, be sure to wear appropriate footwear to protect your feet. It is also a good idea to avoid touching sea urchins or any marine animals you come across.
Sea Urchin Injuries: Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention
Overview
Sea urchins are small, spiny marine creatures found in UK coastal waters. While seemingly harmless, their spines can cause painful injuries with potential complications.
Symptoms of Sea Urchin Injury
Description: Stepping on a sea urchin can result in immediate sharp pain as its spines pierce the skin, potentially breaking off inside the wound.
Complications: If untreated, the injury may lead to infection, presenting symptoms like redness, swelling, nausea, and vomiting.
Treatment for Sea Urchin Injury
If you suffer a sea urchin injury, prompt medical attention is crucial:
- Seek medical help to remove embedded spines and prevent infection.
- Antibiotics might be prescribed to prevent or treat infection.
- A tetanus booster shot may be recommended depending on your vaccination status.
Home Remedies and Pain Management
In addition to medical treatment, you can:
- Immerse the affected area in warm water to alleviate pain and aid healing.
- Take over-the-counter pain relief medication like ibuprofen or paracetamol.
Prevention Tips
To prevent sea urchin injuries:
- Avoid walking on rocks or areas where sea urchins are common.
- Wear suitable footwear when swimming or wading in shallow waters.
- Avoid touching sea urchins or marine animals.