Safety training
G WO Advanced Rescue Training Standard / V6 02032026
ELEMENT 4.2 - RISK OF USING A CERVICAL COLLAR
According to various international first -aid guidelines there is a risk that the routine application of a rigid or semi -rigid cervical collar can increase the intracranial pressure and present difficulties in maintaining the airway of the person wearing the collar -rigid cervical collar is used that participants and instructors are aware of these risks and that steps are taken to mitigate against these risks It is of u tmost importance during exercises where a rigid or semi
Warning
Learning objectives:
26) The participants can explain the risks posed by using a cervical collar covering the following (Knowledge, intermediate level):
a. increased i ntracranial pressure
b. compromised airway
27) The participants can recognise and discuss the measures needed to mitigate the risks posed to an unconscious injured person who is wearing a cervical collar (Knowledge, basic level)
The instructor shall:
a.
intracranial pressure increase
b.
airway management
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