Tailoring a national emergency medical team training package for Pacific island countries and areas

Author: Erin Elizabeth Noste ^{1
,

2} ; Anthony T Cook ¹ ; Jan-Erik Larsen ¹ ; Simon Cowie ¹ ; Sean T Casey ^{1
,

3}
Author Information

1. World Health Organization Regional Office for the Western Pacific, Manila, Philippines
2. Department of Emergency Medicine, University of California San Diego, California, United States of America
3. School of Population Health, University of New South Wales, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Publication Type:Journal Article
Keywords: emergency medical team; disasters; Pacific islands; training programs
From: Western Pacific Surveillance and Response 2023;14(6):12-17
CountryWHO-WPRO
Language:English
Abstract: This article describes the development of a national emergency medical team training package for Pacific island countries and areas. The training incorporates the logistical challenges faced in the Pacific and applies a mixed-method approach to training, with lectures, group discussions, hands-on activities and a simulation exercise.
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