PUAEME004 Provide emergency care for suspected spinal injury

 

This workshop is designed to give your sports trainers up to date skills and knowledge on spinal injury management. It is a practical workshop that gives participants plenty of hands on time to prepare for the real thing.

 

Topics include:

• Recognition of potential spinal injuries

• Mechanism of Injury

• Signs and Symptoms

• Initial management of the injured player

• Cervical collars

• Transporting the injured player

• Scoop Stretchers

• Spineboards

• Ongoing management of the injured player   until the arrival of medical assistance

 

Includes a short session on concussion recognition

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The following units will be included in your certificate:

PUAEME004 - Provide emergency care for suspected spinal injury

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Duration: 5 hours face to face (or 2 hours for refresher course)

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Cost $110/person

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NOTES:

Due to the practical components of the course, participants are advised to wear comfortable casual attire.