Prolonged Field Care (PFC): Bridging the Gap in Prolonged Prehospital Environments
Introduction: The Prolonged Field Care (PFC) training program has revolutionized the face of prehospital care in environments where evacuation to a medical facility is delayed or not possible. Established by the U.S. Special Operations Command (USSOCOM), PFC provides healthcare professionals with the tools and skills to manage casualties for an extended period on the battlefield […]
An Overview of Cricothyrotomies: Mastering this Lifesaving Procedure in Battlefield and Pre-Hospital Settings
1. Introduction to Cricothyrotomies: What, When, and Why? Cricothyrotomy, also known as a “cric,” is a surgical procedure designed to establish an emergency airway when standard methods like intubation aren’t possible or have failed. The procedure requires an incision through the skin and cricothyroid membrane to secure an airway, a vital life-saving skill for emergency […]