New resuscitation training equipment has been presented to Ramsey District and Cottage Hospital by The Welfare Trustees.
Previously the resuscitation team would have to transport equipment back and forth from the Noble’s Hospital site for each of the regular training sessions.
The up-to-date educational equipment cost £6,150 and included an Apple TV and two mannequins.The education sessions cover life-saving techniques on how to perform CPR, use defibrillators and to stop people choking.
The Welfare Trustees was formed in 1954 and has been involved in providing funding for all of the hospital’s departments, but more recently have helped to significantly expand the range of services provided by RDCH for all island patients.
Andrew Kelsey, chairman of The Welfare Trustees, said: ‘The Trustees are very pleased to have been able to assist in purchasing this equipment as we regard it to have a ‘high multiplication factor’. This means that for a relatively small financial outlay, the returns are very considerable in terms of enhanced training and maintaining life- saving skills. The project is something of incalculable benefit and will be utilising equipment that will last many years.’
Manx Care’s resuscitation training officer, Paul Ellis, added: ‘It is fantastic that The RDCH Welfare Fund have chosen to alleviate our struggles. Having a setup permanently based at Noble’s and RDCH has many benefits. Not having to transport equipment back and forth reduces the risk of damage and wear and tear.’
The Trustees of the RDCH Welfare Fund rely entirely on the generosity of those who donate or leave bequests, in order to be able to respond to the evolving and changing needs of the Hospital and the services it provides.
If you would like more information, or to make a donation, email rdchwf@manx.net.
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