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AB to Mate - MED-PRO

Length	5 Days
Approval	USCG/STCW
Location	Onsite or Offsite
Training Method	Lecture/Demo/Practice
Simulation	None
Equipment	AED, Stretchers, Bandages

Medical First Aid Provider

Course Description:

A one week course designed for licensed deck officers in order to provide immediate first aid to ship's personnel and to assist the Ship's Medical Person-in-Charge with providing definitive medical care. This course is established using guidelines provided by the International Maritime Organization, Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW).

Course Subjects:	Application of Emergency Medical Services and Maintaining the Well-Being and Safety of the Care Provider
	Recognizing and Managing Respiratory Emergencies
	Conducting Patient Assessment
	Communicating with Radio Medical Advisory Services
	Managing Medical and Behavioral Emergencies including the use of Basic Life Support and Principles of Pharmacology
	Immediate Response to Bleeding, Burns, Effects of Cold, and Musclo-Skeletal and Spinal Injuries

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