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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Plasters are a simple way of protecting and keeping clean a small injury. There are different types and you need to select the right type and size. The main types are waterproof, fabric, or gauze type. They come in different qualities, and these are of higher quality with a superior adhesive, giving more effective protection in all environments. Plasters are always sterile and you will find them in most first-aid kits. There are different shapes and sizes, from around plasters for small wounds or sores, to shape plasters to allow them to fit over the end of your finger. Make sure you are wearing gloves to ensure that they are kept clean and you don't add infection. You may need to clean the wound to remove any dirt or grit. Once you have selected the right type and size of plaster, open the packet and remove the plaster. Check the site that you will apply the plaster to, and peel back the plaster to expose the adhesive. Apply the plaster carefully, removing the remainder of the backing paper. Finally, ensure it's secure and the blood is not coming through.
Guide to Using Plasters for Wound Care
Understanding Plasters
Plasters provide a simple yet effective means of safeguarding and maintaining the cleanliness of minor injuries.
Choosing the Right Plaster
Plasters come in various types and sizes, so it's essential to make the correct selection:
- Types: Waterproof, fabric, or gauze.
- Quality: Higher-quality plasters offer superior adhesive properties, ensuring better protection in all conditions.
Ensuring Sterility
Plasters are always sterile and typically found in most first-aid kits. Follow these steps to maintain their cleanliness:
- Sizes: Available in various shapes and sizes, including round plasters for small wounds and finger-shaped plasters for fingertip injuries.
- Hygiene: Always wear gloves to prevent contamination and infection.
Application Process
Here's how to correctly apply a plaster:
- Inspect: Examine the wound site for cleanliness and suitability.
- Prepare: Peel back the plaster to expose the adhesive side.
- Apply: Carefully attach the plaster, removing any remaining backing paper.
- Secure: Ensure the plaster is firmly in place and that there is no bleeding seeping through.