MMA Assessment MFA-1M2A

Condition

In a graded practical exercise, given a simulated non-critical patient, use of a cervical immobilization device, a long spine board, and a team of rescuers,

Performance requirement

Behavior	Standard
properly immobilize the patient’s spine.	perform, within 20 minutes and in proper sequence, all of the following: a. stabilize cervical spine; b. select and applies appropriate size cervical spine-immobilization device; c. maintain cervical alignment and traction while directing a team performing a log-roll onto a long spine board; and d. demonstrate securing the patient to a long spine board, securing the torso, then the head.

Behavior

Standard

The student will:

During assessment, the student shall, at a minimum:

properly immobilize the patient’s spine.

perform, within 20 minutes and in proper sequence, all of the following:

a. stabilize cervical spine;
b. select and applies appropriate size cervical spine-immobilization device;
c. maintain cervical alignment and traction while directing a team performing a log-roll onto a long spine board; and
d. demonstrate securing the patient to a long spine board, securing the torso, then the head.

Location

Assessed in PE‑0032 STCW Medical Care Provider.

References

STCW Knowledge, Understanding and Proficiency

AFA-X1.05

NVIC Tasks

NVIC 05-04 Task 1.2.A Immobilize a victim with a spinal injury