Publication details
Evaluation of self-defence training in the Czech Emergency Medical Service
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| Year of publication | 2016 |
| Type | Article in Periodical |
| Magazine / Source | Ido - Movement for Culture |
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| Citation | |
| Web | http://www.imcjournal.com/index.php/en/volume-xvi-2016/contents-number-1/513-evaluation-of-self-defence-training-in-the-czech-emergency-medical-service |
| Doi | http://dx.doi.org/10.14589/ido.16.1.6 |
| Field | Sport and leisure time activities |
| Keywords | medical staff; conflict cycle; training of medical staff; specific fitness exercises |
| Description | Background. The increase in aggressive behaviour towards crews and the potential danger they may be in is seen as a significant current problem in the Emergency Medical Service (EMS). Aim. This study relates to an analysis and evaluation of the self-defence needs of EMS medical staff. Methods. The design of the research is descriptive, qualitative and quantitative. The research sample was deliberately chosen. Direct and indirect observation over a period of five months was applied to the data collection methods. In addition, questionnaires were used to investigate the attitude of the profession to self-defence, and unstructured interviews were conducted. Results. The theoretical results reflect the creation of an actual plan for EMS training, an interest in education and in self-defence training. The practical results include specific findings and recommendations for practice learning EMS management for the learning process can increase the efficiency of self-defence training for EMS staff. Conclusion. The most important thing is to include self-defence training in the current educational profile of the EMS. |