Basic Gunshot Wound First Response

Basic Gunshot Wound First Response

The goal of the Basic GSW workshop is to increase someone's chance of survival from physical injury and decrease impact of emotional injury.

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Date and time

Saturday, June 8 · 12:30 - 3pm CDT

Location

Christ The King

5088 W Jackson Blvd Chicago, IL 60644

About this event

  • 2 hours 30 minutes

The goal of the Basic GSW workshop is to increase someone's chance of survival from physical injury and decrease impact of emotional injury. Offered in-person only. Key topics include:


  • UMedics' General Principles of First Aid
  • Tactical awareness
  • Treating Wounds without a Kit
  • Intro to Tourniquets
  • Emotional Aspects of Community Care Response
  • Calling 911
  • Safety and de-escalation with police
  • Community care application to GSW response


Dinner will be provided, and a circle will be facilitated during the last few minutes of the workshop.

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