First responder

First Responder

First responder (/fɜːrst rɪˈspɒndər/) is a term used to describe the first medically trained responder to arrive on scene of an emergency, accident, natural or human-made disaster, or similar event.

Etymology

The term "first responder" originated in the United States in the late 20th century. It is a direct reference to the role these individuals play in emergency response scenarios, as they are typically the first to arrive and provide medical assistance or coordinate further emergency response efforts.

Role and Responsibilities

A first responder is trained to provide initial emergency medical care. This includes assessing the patient's condition, providing CPR or other basic life support techniques, and using automated external defibrillators (AEDs). They may also be responsible for controlling the scene of an emergency, ensuring the safety of bystanders, and coordinating with other emergency services.

First responders can come from many professions, including firefighters, police officers, paramedics, and emergency medical technicians (EMTs). In some cases, laypeople can also be trained as first responders, such as teachers, coaches, or workplace safety officers.

Training and Certification

Training for first responders typically includes a course that covers basic emergency medical care, such as CPR, use of an AED, and basic first aid. In many jurisdictions, first responders are also trained in triage, which is the process of determining the priority of patients' treatments based on the severity of their condition.

Certification for first responders varies by jurisdiction and profession. For example, in the United States, EMTs and paramedics are certified by the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT), while firefighters and police officers may have different certification requirements.

Related Terms

• Emergency Medical Services (EMS)
• Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
• Paramedic
• Triage
• CPR
• AED

External links

• Medical encyclopedia article on First responder
• Wikipedia's article - First responder

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