Wilderness First Aid - Introduction

Embark on a journey into the world of wilderness first aid with the University of Colorado System. Learn the fundamental principles of responding to medical emergencies in remote outdoor environments. This module provides an overview of wilderness first aid, introduces the instructor team, emphasizes scene safety, and offers a graded quiz to assess your understanding.

Master the essential skills for performing a comprehensive patient assessment in a wilderness setting. This module covers the ABCDE approach, primary and secondary surveys, vital signs, physical exams, and the SAMPLE approach. Engage in practice quizzes and scenarios to refine your assessment capabilities.

Delve into the management, assessment, and planning aspects of wilderness first aid. Learn about spinal cord basics, immobilization, patient movement, and spinal stabilization. Put your knowledge to the test with a graded quiz and practice scenarios related to spinal clearance and stabilization.

Explore the unique challenges of providing medical care in wilderness settings. This module delves into the differences between wilderness and urban care, presents a spinal trauma case study, and provides insights into the five finger technique and standard precautions. Earn an e-WFA certification by demonstrating your wilderness first aid skills.