Introductory class (9:00 A.M.-12:00 P.M.)

We will cover the following topics and techniques:

• Applying bandages into wounds: use of clot promoting impregnated bandages to stop bleeding.
• Application of commercial bandaging and techniques for reinforcement of break through bleeding.
• Creation of improvised bandaging materials and techniques
• Use of pressure points to help control blood flow in wounds
• Discussion of available different models of tourniquets
• Storage, deployment and application of tourniquets
• Packaging and documenting a tourniquet placement
• Techniques to carry self-aide/ buddy aide materials
• Kit selection and adaptation to your daily environment

Hands on practical exercises will be conducted throughout the course.

PRACTICE! PRACTICE! PRACTICE!

Advanced Class: (1:00 P.M.- 6:00 P.M.)

The afternoon portion of the class will focus on these advanced lifesaving techniques:

• Chest wounds (Identification of potential injuries)
• Deployment of bandaging materials into thoracic / abdominal cavities
• Identification of respiratory compromise
• Selection and application of chest seals
• Does and Don’ts of chest seals
• Advanced pulmonary collapse and evaluation
• Basic placement of needle chest decompression
• Securing and re-evaluation of catheters
• Packaging and evaluation of patient
• Interacting with advanced care practitioners
• Kit selection and adaptation to your daily environment

Hands on practical exercises will be conducted throughout the course.

PRACTICE! PRACTICE! PRACTICE!

Instructor Bio:

Dr. James A. Rinkle M.D. FACEP

Owner: Dignitary, Executive and Emergency Medical Services

Specializations include:

• Internal medicine
• Emergency medicine

Emergency Medical Technician since 1989

Paramedic since 1993

Physician since 2003

Specific Tactical Training

• Counter Narcotics and Terrorism Operational Medical Support (CONTOMS)
• International School of Tactical Medicine
• Indianapolis SWAT school
• FBI SWAT school
• Harris County Sheriff SWAT school

Dr. Rinkle also has an extensive background working with State, County, and City Tactical Response teams.