UBTH trains 600 first responders on CPR, basic life support in Edo
the essence of the programme was to train non doctors on how to resuscitate people during medical emergencies
The University of Benin Teaching Hospital (UBTH) has trained 600 first responders on Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Basic Life Support (BSL) to use during emergencies. Among the first responders trained included journalists, security operatives, paramilitary personnel, market women and bus drivers, among others.
The training programme, with the theme advancing the legacy of quality healthcare, was part of activities lined up to mark the 50th anniversary of the hospital, on May 12, 2023.
The Chief Medical Director of UBTH, Dr. Darlington Obaseki, said the essence of the programme was to train non doctors on how to resuscitate people during medical emergencies.
Obaseki noted that the training would provide participants with the knowledge and skill required for Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and other relevant procedures needed in emergency situations.
“We decided that we want to use this opportunity of our 50th anniversary to come and teach the first responders who are usually the first at scene of emergency.
“If you are a journalist covering an event and somebody collapses, you should not be waiting for a doctor to come.
“That is why we are here to teach us what to do in such situations. You do not have to be a doctor, you do not have to go to medical school to do these things,” Obaseki said.
The Deputy Coordinator of the Paramedic Training School of UBTH, Dr. Abebe John, disclosed that the training would create awareness of life-saving skills, to safe members of the public involved in any kind of emergency.
John noted that many persons were not aware of these life-saving skills, adding that, so many persons had died due to the skills not being used on them.
According to him, “that is why we are bringing it to the awareness of the public so that they can safe humanity”. Highlight of the programme was the presentation of certificates to participants.
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