Friday, June 28, 2013

The pathophysiology of heat stroke

There are three stages to heat injury: Heat Cramp, Heat Exhaustion and Heat Stroke. Here is what happens to a casualty who suffers from heat stroke.

Don't forget that treatment from heat injuries includes: 
   1. Removing the casualty from the environment
   2. Removing all clothing
   3. Moisten the entire body
   4. Fan with a shirt or other means.

Don't over cool the casualty. 

Sunday, May 12, 2013

Survival Training for the Irish Defence Forces

Remote Medicine Ireland provided bushcraft, survival and SERE training for active duty soldiers at the Gormanstown barracks.

Sunday, March 31, 2013

The difference between a rural and city based paramedic

The University of Tasmania conducted research on what differences are found between a city based paramedic and a paramedic practicing in rural and remote locations. They also wanted to find out what additional skills are needed for the remote medic.