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Introduction to STCW Medical First Aid
The course provides participants with the knowledge, understanding and practical skills required to provide medical care onboard ship and to demonstrate competence in accordance with STCW Table A-VI/4-2.
Essential information
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Prerequisites
Participants must have completed Basic Safety Training before attending the course.
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Who is it for?
Seafarers who are required to provide medical care onboard ship. The course is intended for officers with responsibility for medical care onboard.
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Assessment
Participants must pass a written test with a minimum score of 80%. The written assessment is designed so that the 80% pass mark meets the Norwegian Maritime Authority requirement for full achievement of the required competence. All required practical exercises must be completed. Participants are observed individually by the instructor during practical exercises. The instructor assesses whether the participant demonstrates the required knowledge, understanding and skills in accordance with the applicable minimum competence standards.
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Certification
Upon successful completion, you will receive a certificate in accordance with STCW Table A-VI/4-2, valid for 5 years
Course content
CPR and ABC
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation and systematic casualty assessment using ABC principles.
Medical Chest
Contents, purpose and appropriate use of medicines and equipment in the ship’s medical chest.
Anatomy and Physiology
Basic structure and functions of the human body relevant to medical care.
Toxicological Hazards
Recognition and treatment of exposure to toxic substances.
Spinal and Neck Injuries
Assessment and treatment of suspected spinal and neck injuries.
Burns
Assessment and treatment of burn injuries.
Fractures
Assessment and treatment of fractures and associated injuries.
Rescued Persons
Treatment and care of persons rescued from the sea.
Radio Medico
Use of Radio Medico to obtain medical advice and support for treatment onboard.
Pharmacology
Basic pharmacological principles relevant to medicines used onboard.
Psychology
Psychological considerations when assessing, supporting and treating patients onboard.
Key Learning Objectives
LO1 - Apply CPR and ABC principles when assessing and treating a casualty.
LO2 - Describe the contents and appropriate use of the ship’s medical chest.
LO3 - Explain relevant aspects of human anatomy and body functions.
LO4 - Recognise toxicological hazards and apply appropriate treatment measures.
LO5 - Provide appropriate treatment for suspected spinal and neck injuries.
LO6 - Provide appropriate treatment for burns and fractures.
LO7 - Provide appropriate care to persons rescued from the sea.
LO8 - Use Radio Medico or equivalent medical advice services to support treatment onboard.
LO9 - Explain basic pharmacological principles relevant to medical care onboard.
LO10 - Recognise psychological reactions relevant to the care and treatment of patients onboard.
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