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Pt 1: “Level 2″ First Aid Kit Review by Nutnfancy

admin — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 11:51:21 +0000

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My experiences in the outdoors led me to my Level 2 First Aid Kit concept. More capable in depth and breadth than my also-reviewed “Level 1″ First Aid Kit, my Level 2 kit will weigh more and be bulkier but can better handle medium medical emergencies. The kit shown focuses on capabilities in ROL (Rule of Law) situations where the priority is to stabilize the patient and effect transport to better facilities and care (when necessary). In group or vehicular outings, the increased size and weight of a typical Level 2 is more do-able. Similar to the Level 1, this kit still has an emphasis on stemming blood loss, disinfecting, pain stoppage, wound dressing, and bandage exchange. Size and weight are still players in this 5 lb kit and I don’t achieve the capabilities of Level 3 or Paramedic-level lifesaving kit. As I say in the vid, that type of kit requires medical training and its use comes with extra liability and concerns as a first responder. However I have the Level 2 kit shown has handled my encountered medical situations adequately and absolutely blows away any other kits I’ve encountered along this POU. Components of the kit and the foundational “Nutnfancy” philosophies involved are explained. An annotated list of my typical Level 2 Kit may be forthcoming (another project!). Compared to even a quality first aid kit, like ones from Adventure Medical Kits this version has more depth i.e. multiples of common use items which can better handle longer duration scenarios. It is difficult for makers like AMK to make kits to this level because of the markedly elevated cost in doing so (and then they won’t sell well because of that). As noted, my kits are transitional in nature and will include improved medical technologies that have merit and can improve or simplify my treatment capabilities. Handling medical emergencies on your adventures is your responsibility and help may be far away. You will also find that few people even carry a First Aid kit with this much capability and you will be the on-site medical expert since you’re prepared (been there). Having such a kit will minimize pain, injury, and maybe even save a life… possibly yours. Be prepared.

Duration : 0:28:5

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First Aid and CPR Basics : Depth of CPR Chest Compressions

admin — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 09:05:30 +0000

Learn the proper depth of CPR chest compressions in this free video clip on basic first aid.

Expert: Michele Boyer
Bio: Michele Boyer is a registered respiratory therapist with 35+ years of experience using CPR. She owns Ad Hoc Group & teaches basic life support (BLS) courses for healthcare providers.
Filmmaker: Michele Boyer

Duration : 0:1:22

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Emergency / Survival Kit. Hiking in the Everglades, South Florida.

admin — Sun, 21 Feb 2010 00:58:42 +0000

Warning: Don’t not attempt advanced hikes unless you are in a very good physical condition and have the proper equipment, training and have taken emergency response procedures for the event of a medical situation etc…. The hiker in this video is a Risks Inc. Instructor who has many years experience of living in the field and moving cross country on foot.

We can provide hiking, land navigation & wilderness survival courses to fit your needs and requirements. Whether your are looking for corporate team building or intensive SERE training we are able to provide you with programs to fit you timetables, fitness and skill levels.

The hiking, land navigation and survival training courses and cover emergency survival skills, survival kits, food, hiking gear selection and survival shelters, and the use of map and compass. We also provide SERE training and military survival courses.

The courses would be held in South Florida or at your chosen location

Regards,

Orlando Wilson
Specialist Security & Tactical Consultant
Risks Incorporated: http://www.risks-inc.com

“Stay low and keep moving”

Duration : 0:9:47

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First Aid for Splints & Bleeding Wounds : How to Apply a Pressure Bandage

admin — Fri, 29 Jan 2010 01:45:51 +0000

Learn how to apply a pressure bandage to an injured person in this first aid training video.

Expert: Alv Rios
Bio: Alv Rios attended the Paramedic Academy and Lansing Community College to become an EMT.
Filmmaker: Robert Rogers

Duration : 0:2:35

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How to Train for a Marathon – Best Practices

admin — Thu, 28 Jan 2010 23:16:00 +0000

http://marathon.checklistshop.com If you're wondering how to train for a marathon this video will help you get the proper strategy and steps to take in order to complete your first marathon run.

Duration : 1 min

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CPR training video – Latest Guidelines, First Aid Safetycare Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation DVD

admin — Mon, 25 Jan 2010 19:33:34 +0000

Without oxygen being passed from the lungs to the blood stream and then pumped around the body by the heart a person will die. When a person suffers cardiac arrest their heart stops beating, they lose consciousness, they stop breathing, and blood will not circulate. Unless they receive prompt first aid attention until medical or ambulance help arrives they will suffer irreparable brain damage and die within minutes.

This program looks at the technique for performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation on adults, in accordance with the current resuscitation guidelines. The program covers:

•Basic Life Support (BLS) procedure
•How to conduct CPR on an adult casualty
•How to deliver Rescue Breaths
•How to deliver chest compressions
•How to use a Automated External Defibrillator (AED)
•CPR with two rescuers
•Rescuer health and hygiene

The program is suitable for use in any workplace and has been designed specifically as a refresher course and training aid for people who have already been or are being trained in CPR.

If you would like to preview the entire CPR DVD from us, please email us at Safetycare and we would be pleased to send you the full version for your to preview and assess.

Duration : 0:4:10

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“Level 1″ First Aid Kit by Nutnfancy

admin — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 08:32:05 +0000

Sooner or later you will get hurt. And if it’s not you, it will be someone in your party. Therefore be smart and self-reliant and always have some medical capability integrated into your systems. Here I cover my first option to do just that, a “Level 1″ First Aid kit of my own construction. Siding with the emphasis on “Mobility”, this kit doesn’t contain supplies to handle every medical emergency. It is designed to handle most of the medical problems I’ve encountered in my adventuring. And at just 5.5 ounces and being very slim in profile, it is designed for high-speed outdoor, backpacking, tactical, or Xootring adventures (to be explained). This Level 1 kit has an emphasis on stopping blood loss, disinfecting wounds, minor pain stoppage, and bandage exchange. Components of the kit and some of the POU involved are explained; your preferences and needs may vary. Additional Level 1 kit items that I sometimes integrate include: sharp REI tweezers, surgical gloves, moleskin, Gorilla-brand duct tape (unless carried elsewhere in system), superglue vials (for wound closure), ACE bandages, salt and/or electrolyte drink mix (to revive dehydrated hikers), needles, and a scalpel. Integration of these items in the desired Level 1 size and weight constraints may be difficult however and is they are needed than maybe portaging a “Level 2″ (more complete) kit would be warranted. I do not use “QuickClot” in a Level 1; too heavy and bulky and not necessary. Compared to even a quality first aid kit, like ones from “Adventure Medical Kits” this version has more depth. It is difficult for makers like AMK to make kits to this level because of the elevated cost in doing so (and then they wont sell well). Handling medical emergencies on your adventures is your responsibility and help may be far away. You will also find that few people even carry a First Aid kit with this much capability and you will be the on-site medical expert since you’re prepared (been there!). Having such a kit will minimize pain, injury, and maybe even save a life possibly yours. Be prepared TNPrs.

Duration : 0:23:58

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First Aid Training People With Disabilities

admin — Thu, 06 Nov 2008 03:41:07 +0000

First aid training people with disabilities may make some people wonder if it is possible. After all, these adults with learning difficulties find it a task to do daily hygiene and we expect them to know the rigors of first aid first?

But there are some adults in the UK who set out to prove the skeptics wrong. And with awesome results.

The three week first aid course taught 20 participants, ranging in age from 22 to 69, basic first aid. As the article states, “…….Now the students are proficient in resuscitation, recognizing danger in a casualty, dealing with scalds and burns and calling for help…..”

Taking the course raised the self esteem of the participants, and the first aid training for people with disabilities was a success.

Read the entire article here

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