Civil and Environmental Protection, First Aid
Study Course Implementer
Riga, 26a Anninmuizas boulevard, aurk@rsu.lv, +371 67061579
About Study Course
Objective
Develop students’ competence in providing first aid. Provide information about the civil protection structure and organisation in the country, as well as the responsibilities and measures to be taken in the event of various disasters in order to ensure adequate and timely action. Give information about the key environmental aspects (air, water, soil, food, etc.) and their potential impact on health and safety, as well as control, prevention and reduction (according to the Cabinet Regulations No 716 “Minimum Requirements for the Content of the Compulsory Civil Protection Course and the Content of the Civil Protection Training for Employees”, adopted on 15.12.2017).
Preliminary Knowledge
Biology, Physics, Chemistry (at Secondary school level).
Learning Outcomes
Knowledge
1.Having completed the course, students will be able to: • describe the role of the cardiovascular and respiratory system in maintaining vital functions; • describe the action plan of a first aid provider at the scene of an accident; • describe the basic resuscitation algorithms for adults and children; • name and characterise clinical signs of external and internal bleeding and methods of stopping the bleeding; • describe the mechanisms for the development of shock and anti-shock measures; • list the signs of bone fractures, joint dislocations and tendon sprains and muscle strains and first aid to casualties; • describe the adverse effects of harmful environmental factors on the human body (overheating, cooling, and frostbite). Knowledge of the structure, legal framework, organisation and management of the civil protection system acquired; knowledge of the tasks, rights and duties of the government, local government, legal entities and natural persons in the field of civil protection; knowledge of hazardous objects, threat assessment, obligations and rights of owners or lawful possessors; knowledge of the civil protection commissions of local governments; knowledge of planning civil protection measures; knowledge of hazardous substances, their classification and requirements for their storage and transportation; knowledge of requesting and provision of international assistance; on personal protective equipment in the event of a disaster; knowledge of specific legal regimes and actions in specific facilities. Understanding of various environmental factors, their impact on health and safety, behaviour in various environmental emergencies.
Skills
1.Having completed the course, students will be able to: • act effectively at the scene of an accident prior to the arrival of the emergency medical assistance team; • carry out an evaluation of the vital functions of victims at the pre-hospital stage; • undertake basic resuscitation measures for adults and children; • provide first aid in the event of foreign body aspiration; • stop external bleeding applying direct pressure using the methods of direct pressure and compression dressings; • undertake a set of anti-shock measures; • provide first aid in case of injuries; • provide first aid in case of damage caused by temperature; • provide first aid in the event of convulsions; • demonstrate the ability to work according to the principles of team work within their competence. Upon completion of the study course, students will know how to identify various hazards and how to deal with different emergencies. Will be able to independently, critically analyse, find information and data through identification of environmental health problems, and to assess their role in maintaining and strengthening of human health.
Competences
1.On completion of the study course, the student will be able to effectively provide first aid to the victim in a variety of life and health critical situations in an optimal way, using the available resources, as well as to act properly in different emergency situations.
Assessment
Individual work
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Theoretical preparation for classes, using materials in e-studies.
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Examination
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To have an access to the Final Test, following criteria must be completed:
1. Successfully completed all multiple-choice tests after the video lectures.
2. Successfully completed all the pre-class tests.
3. All the practical classes attended and approved.
Assessment consists of: cumulative assessment of tests (50%) and final examination of the course – written test (50%).
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Study Course Theme Plan
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Video Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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Off site
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E-Studies platform
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2
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Topics
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First Aid
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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2
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Topics
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Action at the scene of accident. Safety of the first aid provider. Basic resuscitation measures for adults (using AED algorithm)
Description
Annotation: During practical class students develop skills in action planning in emergency and skills in basic resuscitation.
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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2
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Topics
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Action at the scene of accident. Safety of the first aid provider. Basic resuscitation measures for adults (using AED algorithm)
Description
Annotation: During practical class students develop skills in action planning in emergency and skills in basic resuscitation.
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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2
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Topics
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Practical procedure of basic resuscitation measures (special features for new-borns, children and adolescents). First aid in the event of foreign body aspiration. First aid in case of drowning
Description
Annotation: During the class students improve resuscitation skills on mannequins (with skill-reporters).
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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2
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Topics
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Practical procedure of basic resuscitation measures (special features for new-borns, children and adolescents). First aid in the event of foreign body aspiration. First aid in case of drowning
Description
Annotation: During the class students improve resuscitation skills on mannequins (with skill-reporters).
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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2
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Topics
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Life-threatening bleeds. Shock
Description
Annotation: During practical class students develop external bleeding control skills and managament in case of casualty with shock
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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2
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Topics
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Life-threatening bleeds. Shock
Description
Annotation: During practical class students develop external bleeding control skills and managament in case of casualty with shock
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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2
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Topics
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Trauma. Insect bites. Anaphylaxis
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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2
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Topics
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Trauma. Insect bites. Anaphylaxis
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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2
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Topics
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Thermal damage. Chemical burns.
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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2
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Topics
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Thermal damage. Chemical burns.
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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2
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Topics
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Emergency first aid. Acute poisoning
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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Off site
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E-Studies platform
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2
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Topics
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Civil defence (emergency preparedness), general tasks, structure, organization. Rights, tasks and obligations of involved parties. Most probable emergencies and their potential hazards, risk assessment, planning of preventive measures. Household risks (external, internal), general safety requirements for various situations at home, transport, work environment, public places and digital media
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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Off site
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E-Studies platform
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2
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Topics
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Environmental emergencies, their risk assessment, potential hazards and preventive measures. Industrial risks, their risk assessment, potential hazards and preventive measures. Specific chemical risks for various substances and equipment. Ionising radiation risks
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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Off site
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E-Studies platform
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2
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Topics
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Various forms or terrorism. Information and warning systems for emergencies – at national level as well as workplaces. International cooperation. Individual behaviours (including evacuation) and possible measures for prevention. Involvement of various specialists (including health care experts), their role and tasks during emergencies
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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Off site
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E-Studies platform
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2
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Topics
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Environmental protection and health, most important problems and risks. Effects of global climate change.
Most important environmental factors, their risk assessment (air, water, soil, noise etc.). Preventive measures and actions to reduce environmental risks and emergencies
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Video Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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Off site
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E-Studies platform
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2
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Topics
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First Aid
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
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On site
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-
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2
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Topics
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Action at the scene of accident. Safety of the first aid provider. Basic resuscitation measures for adults (using AED algorithm)
Description
Annotation: During practical class students develop skills in action planning in emergency and skills in basic resuscitation.
|
-
Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
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On site
|
-
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2
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Topics
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Action at the scene of accident. Safety of the first aid provider. Basic resuscitation measures for adults (using AED algorithm)
Description
Annotation: During practical class students develop skills in action planning in emergency and skills in basic resuscitation.
|
-
Class/Seminar
|
Modality
|
Location
|
Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
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On site
|
-
|
2
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Topics
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Practical procedure of basic resuscitation measures (special features for new-borns, children and adolescents). First aid in the event of foreign body aspiration. First aid in case of drowning
Description
Annotation: During the class students improve resuscitation skills on mannequins (with skill-reporters).
|
-
Class/Seminar
|
Modality
|
Location
|
Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
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On site
|
-
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2
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Topics
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Practical procedure of basic resuscitation measures (special features for new-borns, children and adolescents). First aid in the event of foreign body aspiration. First aid in case of drowning
Description
Annotation: During the class students improve resuscitation skills on mannequins (with skill-reporters).
|
-
Class/Seminar
|
Modality
|
Location
|
Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
|
On site
|
-
|
2
|
Topics
|
Life-threatening bleeds. Shock
Description
Annotation: During practical class students develop external bleeding control skills and managament in case of casualty with shock
|
-
Class/Seminar
|
Modality
|
Location
|
Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
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On site
|
-
|
2
|
Topics
|
Life-threatening bleeds. Shock
Description
Annotation: During practical class students develop external bleeding control skills and managament in case of casualty with shock
|
-
Class/Seminar
|
Modality
|
Location
|
Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
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On site
|
-
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2
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Topics
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Trauma. Insect bites. Anaphylaxis
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-
Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
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On site
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-
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2
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Topics
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Trauma. Insect bites. Anaphylaxis
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-
Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
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On site
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-
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2
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Topics
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Thermal damage. Chemical burns.
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-
Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
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On site
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-
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2
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Topics
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Thermal damage. Chemical burns.
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-
Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
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On site
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-
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2
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Topics
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Emergency first aid. Acute poisoning
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
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Off site
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E-Studies platform
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2
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Topics
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Civil defence (emergency preparedness), general tasks, structure, organization. Rights, tasks and obligations of involved parties. Most probable emergencies and their potential hazards, risk assessment, planning of preventive measures. Household risks (external, internal), general safety requirements for various situations at home, transport, work environment, public places and digital media
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-
Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
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Off site
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E-Studies platform
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2
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Topics
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Environmental emergencies, their risk assessment, potential hazards and preventive measures. Industrial risks, their risk assessment, potential hazards and preventive measures. Specific chemical risks for various substances and equipment. Ionising radiation risks
|
-
Lecture
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Modality
|
Location
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Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
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Off site
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E-Studies platform
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2
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Topics
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Various forms or terrorism. Information and warning systems for emergencies – at national level as well as workplaces. International cooperation. Individual behaviours (including evacuation) and possible measures for prevention. Involvement of various specialists (including health care experts), their role and tasks during emergencies
|
-
Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
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Off site
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E-Studies platform
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2
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Topics
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Environmental protection and health, most important problems and risks. Effects of global climate change.
Most important environmental factors, their risk assessment (air, water, soil, noise etc.). Preventive measures and actions to reduce environmental risks and emergencies
|
Bibliography
Required Reading
Praktisko nodarbību materiāli un E-studiju resursi.
Vai Tu zini, kā rīkoties ārkārtas situācijās? Rīga: Valsts ugunsdzēsības un glābšanas dienests, 2020, 9 lpp.
Ārvalstu studentiem/For international students
Additional Reading
First Aid Manual. DK Publishing, 2021.
Vides veselība. RSU, 2008.
Eglīte M. Darba medicīna. 2.izdevums - Rīga, 2012.
Ārvalstu studentiem/For international students
First Aid Manual. DK Publishing, 2021.
Other Information Sources
"Minimālās prasības obligātā civilās aizsardzības kursa saturam un nodarbināto civilās aizsardzības apmācības saturam" (MK noteikumi Nr. 716).