Lincoln Rural Fire Department hosts specialized training in Obstetrical and Neonatal trauma

[August 30, 2017]  LINCOLN - On Monday evening, the Lincoln Rural Fire Department hosted training on “Trauma in the Obstetrical Patient and Neonatal Resuscitation.” The program was presented by the HSHS Regional Trauma Team and the South Central Illinois Perinatal Center.

The 2.5 hour class included instruction on how to recognize and respond to impending labor, special considerations of pregnant trauma patients and basic life-saving neonatal resuscitation. A classroom lecture was followed by hands on demonstrations. Each first responder was given the chance to simulate delivering a baby and practice skills on a neonate.

Seventeen EMS personnel from within Logan County attended representing the Lincoln Rural Fire Department, Lincoln Fire Department, Chestnut EMS and Logan County Paramedic Association.

Participants received 2.5 Continuing Education hours.

[Chris Buse, Chief
Lincoln Rural Fire Department]