Hey guys, so after our hiking and movie-night filled weekend off we started up class on monday by learning about dislocations. We were taught how to reduce (snap back into place) shoulders, fingers, knee-caps, etc. We also learned how to create the fabled traction splints for broken femurs (If you've ever been to OL first-aid, you'll know why it's "fabled"). We also talked about head-trauma and how were absolutely helpless when it comes to treatment and our only hope is by diagnosing it and praying for a swift rescue. We ended that day with some more simulations!
Today, the rain FINALLY stopped and the sun actually came out, yet we spent most of our day inside learning about cleaning wounds and preventing infection. We also talked about chest trauma and why it sucks (seriously, you can pucture you thorax and your lungs and air could escape from that hole and thats called a "sucking chest wound"). We also learned how to build a litter (stretcher type deal) out of sticks and rope and did some simulations where we transported victims after treating them. We also looked into abdominal organs and such. It was really awesome.
WFR training begins to feel like a first-aid intensive combined with a summer camp vibe where I'm one of the youngest ones. Sometimes it gets a little uncomfortable, but we all share the common outdoor interest so its always really fun.
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