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MODULE 4 Disaster Medical Operations
LESSON 12:   Treating Life-Threatening Conditions
FEMA Emergency Management Institute
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Lesson Overview
The "Killers"
Obstructed Airway
Excessive Bleeding 
Shock
Lesson Summary

This lesson introduces three life-threatening conditions and procedures for treating them.

Lesson Objectives

At the completion of this lesson, you should be able to:

  • Recognize the signs of an obstructed airway, excessive bleeding, and shock.
  • Describe techniques for opening an airway, controlling bleeding, and treating for shock.

ClockThis lesson should take approximately 30 minutes to complete.
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