First Aid

In which case should the child be rescued? Calling an ambulance or going to the emergency room is a decision that has to be carefully weighed up, since the resources for this are not infinite

High cervical spine traumas (C0-C1-C2) are caused by falls or road accidents, especially in children under 8 years of age. They may require immobilisation or surgery, even complex surgery

The Rallye Rejvíz, the competition between paramedics, doctors and nurses, returns to the Czech Republic in May 2023

The AED is an important part of the chain of survival, as it can restore normal heart rhythm in victims of sudden cardiac arrest

Leading rescue organisations have long since developed teams dedicated to psychological support and mental health

What do we mean by fractures? A fracture is defined as a break in a skeletal segment (bony or cartilaginous)

Responding to emergencies is one of the most important things you can learn in a first aid course. In an emergency, you will have the skills and knowledge to provide potentially life-saving assistance

Germany, the "Gaffer" phenomenon: gaffering during road accidents is a phenomenon that has been occurring for many years, but the development and spread of smartphones makes life even more complicated for rescuers intent on saving lives in…

Syncope is defined as a transient loss of consciousness. Syncope is the medical term for fainting or passing out. It is caused by a temporary drop in the amount of blood that flows to the brain

The importance of paediatric assessment: although children account for only a small percentage of pre-hospital emergencies, they present a special challenge to EMS professionals; both patient and crew suffer extreme emotional stress and…