First aid for bleeding
DURATION
1.5 hours (90 minutes)
GENERAL DEVELOPMENT GOALS
Participants will be able to assess and give the relevant type of first aid in connection with both minor and major bleeding anywhere on the body and regardless of the rate of blood flow. Additionally, participants will be able to give relevant first aid in cases of suspected internal bleeding.
Participants must act in accordance with the 4 key steps of first aid.
Participants can act preventively in relation to preventing circulatory failure due to bleeding.
TRAINING COURSE CONTENT
- First aid for major bleeding
- First aid for visible minor bleeding
- First aid for internal bleeding
- Prevention of circulatory failure related to bleeding
- Evaluation and reporting
IMPLEMENTATION OF THE TRAINING COURSE
The course will have a minimal focus on theory, and will instead primarily entail realistic exercises, participant reflection and practical training. Exercises and training must be carried out in a relevant and suitable area with the inclusion of realistic props.
COMMENTS
In order to receive the Danish First Aid Council’s first aid certificate or Specialist training programme certificate, this programme must be completed as an extension of the “First aid for accidents” or “First aid for cardiac arrest” basic training courses. Alternatively, participants must have completed a Danish First Aid Council basic training course within the last 24 months.
This course does not cover basic life support.
