Handling Medical Emergencies While on Tour
In this episode, we sit down with Carolyn Swaney, an experienced educator, to discuss how to handle medical emergencies while traveling with students. From pre-trip preparations to responding to emergencies on the ground, Carolyn shares essential tips for ensuring student safety abroad.
Key Highlights:
Pre-Trip Preparation: Learn what steps Carolyn takes before the trip to ensure preparedness, including gathering the right medical information from students and parents, and making sure every student has proper travel insurance coverage.
Responding to Emergencies: Carolyn walks us through real-life scenarios, sharing how she manages medical situations abroad, handles language barriers, and keeps the group calm during a crisis.
Working with Local Healthcare: Find out how to navigate local healthcare systems when you need medical assistance abroad and how to find reputable healthcare providers quickly.
Post-Emergency Handling & Communication: Discover the best practices for communicating with parents back home while managing the emergency on-site, and gain valuable insights into lessons learned from Carolyn’s experiences.
Whether you’re planning your first international trip with students or are looking for ways to improve your emergency preparedness, this episode provides practical, real-world advice to help keep your students safe and ensure a smooth experience during medical emergencies abroad.
Don't miss this informative discussion on how to handle the unexpected with confidence!
If you are looking for great resources that will make your trip abroad with your students, be sure to check out the resources like The Ultimate Group Leader’s Travel Bundle; it literally has everything you need to set you up for success for your next trip abroad.
Additionally, please refer to my Packing List, which features an essential first aid kit that every Group Leader should bring on their next trip.