PERCEPTION OF STUDENTS IN THE HEALTH AREA: PREPARATION FOR URGENCY AND EMERGENCY CARE

• DOI: 10.22533/at.ed.1593362326052

• Palavras-chave: Medical Emergencies. First aid. Medical services.

• Keywords: Medical Emergencies. First aid. Medical services.

• Abstract:

  First Aid refers to the initial care provided to a victim and its knowledge is extremely important for professionals and academics in the health area. The 1st First Aid Course for Academics, had its theoretical component held on August 19 and 20, 2022, and had as its main objective to deepen knowledge, skills and competences about first aid. The event was attended by 118 health students, most of whom were medical students. At the end of the project, it was noticed through the evaluation method that the objectives were achieved and that most of the participants were considered able to provide initial care in the situations worked on in the course. Therefore, the participants considered the event an enriching experience, so that 100% said they were willing to participate in a second edition.