[Development and validation of a course concept for Tactical Medical Mining Rescue : Standardized training curriculum for mine rescue teams].

ABSTRACT:

Background

Structural changes in modern mining industry increase the potential for medical emergencies. Furthermore, rescue times in mining are prolonged and public medical resources are not consistently available.

Objectives

We sought to train mine rescue brigade lay people to cover medical emergencies in mining.

Materials and methods

A standardized tactical-medical approach including specific equipment was developed and taught in a didactically optimized way in 16 lessons. Objective Structured Practical Examinations (OSPE) were conducted in 3 groups of 4 mine rescue personnel and compared to the identical exam of the reference group (17 paramedics of different educational and experience levels).

Results

The tactical-medical scheme includes vital functions and

SUBMITTER: Reuter F 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9553787 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature