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37-452: Stoneham Mountain Resort is a ski resort , located north of Quebec City , Quebec , Canada, in the municipality of Stoneham-et-Tewkesbury . It has a peak elevation of 593 metres (1,946 feet) above sea level and a vertical drop of 345 metres (1,132 feet). There are 41 trails covering 333 hectares (820 acres) over four mountains. Nineteen trails are available for night skiing, consisting in

74-524: A basic first aid facility, and some kind of ski patrol service to ensure that injured skiers are rescued. The ski patrol is usually responsible for rule enforcement, marking hazards , closing individual runs or areas as conditions require, and removing (dismissing) dangerous participants from the area. The typical ski area base includes a ticket office, ski lodge , ski school , equipment rental/repair shop, restaurant/bar, shopping, shuttle bus stop and parking. Some ski resorts offer lodging options on

111-646: A derivation of the Old Norse skíð via Norwegian , the choice of French is likely attributed to the early popularity of such activities in the French Alps , with which it was then linked. As rising temperatures, receding glaciers and declining snowfall affect the environment, resort development and operations also have an environmental impact on land, lakes, streams, and wildlife. Amenities and infrastructure such as concrete buildings, ski lifts, access roads, parking lots, and railways have contributed to

148-405: A guide for most of cases. It mentions the following steps: Another European protocol, which appeared in the field of construction of Czech Republic to react to any emergence . Their steps (which have not any mnemonic) are: Certain skills are considered essential to the provision of first aid and are taught ubiquitously. If there are dangers around (such as fire, electric dangers or others)

185-471: A ski area or resort is a stub . You can help Misplaced Pages by expanding it . This Quebec location article is a stub . You can help Misplaced Pages by expanding it . Ski resort Ski resorts are located on both Northern and Southern Hemispheres on all continents except Antarctica . They typically are located on mountains , as they require a large slope. They also need to receive sufficient snow (at least in combination with artificial snowmaking , unless

222-611: A system of practical medical help, starting with making a grant towards the establishment of the UK's first ambulance service. This was followed by creating its own wheeled transport litter in 1875 (the St John Ambulance), and in 1877 established the St John Ambulance Association (the forerunner of modern-day St John Ambulance ) "to train men and women for the benefit of the sick and wounded". Also in

259-400: A trained medical professional provides. First aid involves making common sense decisions in the best interest of an injured person. A first aid intervention would follow an order, which would try to attend in the best manner the main threats for the life and mobility of the victim. There are some first aid protocols (such as ATLS, BATLS and SAFE-POINT) that define which are the priorities and

296-513: Is ABCDE , or its improved version (cs)ABCDE (sometimes called xABCDE , the words in the mnemonic may vary): It is a simplified version of the previous cAsBCDE (or ABCDE) protocol, and focuses in applying cardio-pulmonary resuscitation to a patient. The American Heart Association and the International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation teach it as a reference. Its mnemonic is ABC or CABD (an improvement in

333-450: Is a term for entertainment, nightlife or social events that occur specifically at ski resorts. These add to the enjoyment of resort-goers and provide something to do besides skiing and snowboarding . The culture originated in the Alps, where it is most popular and where skiers often stop at bars on their last run of the day while still wearing all their ski gear. Though the word "ski" is

370-455: Is also used, particularly in Europe, for a skiing facility which is not located in or near a town or village. A ski resort which is also open for summer activities is often referred to as a mountain resort . Ski areas have marked paths for skiing known as runs, trails or pistes . Ski areas typically have one or more chairlifts for moving skiers rapidly to the top of hills, and to interconnect

407-505: Is an obstruction in the airway A hyperglycemia or hyperglycaemia is an excessive level of blood sugars. A hypoglycemia or hypoglycaemia is an excessive fall of blood sugars in a diabetic patient. It almost always occurs by a problem with a medication to reduce the sugar level in blood. A drowning is a suffocation into a liquid substance. First aid for drowning are very similar to those for cardiorespiratory arrest, but starting with 2 initial ventilations. A cardiac infarction

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444-533: Is required in particularly large numbers. The bandaging of battle wounds is shown on Classical Greek pottery from c.  500 BC , whilst the parable of the Good Samaritan includes references to binding or dressing wounds. There are numerous references to first aid performed within the Roman army , with a system of first aid supported by surgeons, field ambulances, and hospitals. Roman legions had

481-470: Is similar to the European protocol, because it also has a wider range than the common csABCDE (or ABCDE) protocol, and includes other tasks that are previous to the first aid techniques themselves. The order of the steps is changed, and the experience with it is lesser, but it adds the idea of a posterior 'aftermath' phase. The mnemonic AMEGA refers to: ATLS and BATLS protocols They are basically

518-432: Is the first and immediate assistance given to any person with a medical emergency , with care provided to preserve life, prevent the condition from worsening, or to promote recovery until medical services arrive. First aid is generally performed by someone with basic medical or first response training. Mental health first aid is an extension of the concept of first aid to cover mental health, while psychological first aid

555-400: Is the sudden lack of blood supply to the heart, normally because of a problem in one of its arteries. A stroke is a sudden lack of blood supply to the brain. The primary goal of first aid is to prevent death or serious injury from worsening. The key aims of first aid can be summarized with the acronym of 'the three Ps': First aid is not medical treatment, and cannot be compared with what

592-535: Is used as early treatment of people who are at risk for developing PTSD . Conflict first aid, focused on preservation and recovery of an individual's social or relationship well-being, is being piloted in Canada . There are many situations that may require first aid, and many countries have legislation, regulation, or guidance, which specifies a minimum level of first aid provision in certain circumstances. This can include specific training or equipment to be available in

629-630: The ATLS (Advanced Trauma Life Support) version was developed by the American College of Surgeons, focusing in the particular needs of trauma and specifically in the spinal injuries. And the BATLS (Battlefield Advanced Trauma Life Support) version is an improvement for the British Army that added the concept of 'catastrophic bleeding'. As a result, the mnemonic of the steps of this protocol

666-692: The Franco-Prussian War on care for wounded comrades using pre-learnt bandaging and splinting skills, and making use of the Esmarch bandage which he designed. The bandage was issued as standard to the Prussian combatants, and also included aide-memoire pictures showing common uses. In 1872, the Order of Saint John of Jerusalem in England changed its focus from hospice care, and set out to start

703-523: The Royal Humane Society , who did much to promote resuscitation. Napoleon 's surgeon, Baron Dominique-Jean Larrey , is credited with creating an ambulance corps, the ambulance volantes , which included medical assistants, tasked to administer first aid in battle. In 1859, Swiss businessman Jean-Henri Dunant witnessed the aftermath of the Battle of Solferino , and his work led to

740-411: The urbanization of mountainous zones. In recent years, the use of snow cannons by many ski resorts has increased to compensate for reduced levels of snowfall. In order to sustain good quality snow coverage, snowmaking requires large amounts of water and sometimes the creation of artificial lakes . Snow cannons also introduce a noise element. The required infrastructure can affect erosion through

777-486: The UK, Surgeon-Major Peter Shepherd had seen the advantages of von Esmarch's new teaching of first aid, and introduced an equivalent programme for the British Army, and so being the first user of "first aid for the injured" in English, disseminating information through a series of lectures. Following this, in 1878, Shepherd and Colonel Francis Duncan took advantage of the newly charitable focus of St John, and established

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814-552: The United States took place in Jermyn, Pennsylvania in 1899. List of some situations that require specific first aid, and information about them (in alphabetical order): A bleeding or hemorrhage is the uncontrolled escape of blood from any vein or artery. In wounds that are caused by an external agent, there can be an additional risk of infection. A cardiac arrest is the complete stop of heart function. A choking

851-400: The common ABCDE and csABCDE protocol , but focusing in particular aspects. The preference for one or the other among these protocols can depend on the context and the audience. It comes from Red Cross and, as the European protocol, has a wider range than the common csABCDE (ABCDE) method. So it could be seen as a simplification of the European protocol, and, especially, easier to remember as

888-446: The common csABCDE (ABCDE) method or its simplified CABD (ABC) variant about cardio-pulmonary resuscitation . The European method has a wider range than them, and their steps include tasks that are previous to the first aid techniques themselves. These are its steps (with no official mnemonic that helps to remember them): Some other known protocols that could be mentioned in many contexts (in alphabetical order): AMEGA protocol It

925-645: The concept of teaching first aid skills to civilians. The first classes were conducted in the hall of the Presbyterian school in Woolwich (near Woolwich barracks where Shepherd was based) using a comprehensive first aid curriculum. First aid training began to spread through the British Empire through organisations such as St John, often starting, as in the UK, with high risk activities such as ports and railways. The first recorded first aid training in

962-484: The correct execution of the steps for saving human life. A major benefit of the use of official protocols is that they require minimum resources, time and skills, and have a great degree of success. The ABCDE method is the general protocol of first aid and implies a quite general view. It was initially developed by Dr Peter Safar in the 1950s. But it has received some modifications, improvements and variations that were intended for more specific contexts. In this way,

999-472: The formation of the Red Cross , with a key stated aim of "aid to sick and wounded soldiers in the field". The Red Cross and Red Crescent are still the largest provider of first aid worldwide. In 1870, Prussian military surgeon Friedrich von Esmarch introduced formalized first aid to the military, and first coined the term "erste hilfe" (translating to 'first aid'), including training for soldiers in

1036-694: The host of the Snowboard FIS World Cup Finals, held yearly in March. In January 2013, Stoneham hosted the FIS Snowboarding World Championships . In 1993 , the mountain hosted a slalom event of the alpine skiing World Cup , won by one of the most dominant alpine ski racers in history, Alberto Tomba of Italy . 47°01′48″N 71°23′018″W  /  47.03000°N 71.38833°W  / 47.03000; -71.38833 This article about

1073-398: The increased area of impervious surfaces , redirecting the flow of water runoff . Many resorts are taking steps to reduce their energy and water consumption and waste production, increase recycling, and restore habitats. Initiatives aimed at addressing environmental concerns include: First aid ‹The template Manual is being considered for merging .›   First aid

1110-603: The largest network of night skiing in Canada. The resort is owned by Resorts of the Canadian Rockies . In 2017, the Poma double ski lift and Doppelmayr T-Bar were removed. A new ski lift was built to replace them, a Doppelmayr 4-CLF fixed-grip lift with loading conveyor. This is 4,700 feet long with a ride time of 8.5 minutes. It has a maximum capacity of 1900 persons per hour. Since 2007, Stoneham Mountain resort has been

1147-619: The resort uses dry ski slopes ). High concentrations of ski resorts are located in the Alps , Scandinavia , western and eastern North America , and Japan . There are also ski resorts in the Andes , scattered across central Asia , and in Australia and New Zealand . Extreme locations of non-indoor (at least one ski lift outside) ski resorts include: The ski industry has identified advancing generations of ski resorts: The term ski station

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1184-406: The sequence for most of the cases): These are the protocols that do not only deal with direct care to the victim but they also mention other complementary tasks (before and later). This method has been studied and employed for a long time in many European countries, as France. It is a reference, of a certain reputation, that could be applied solely or to a certain degree, usually combining it with

1221-413: The slopes themselves, with ski-in and ski-out access allowing guests to ski right up to the door. Ski resorts often have other activities, such as snowmobiling , sledding , horse-drawn sleds , dog-sledding , ice skating , indoor or outdoor swimming and hot tubbing , game rooms, and local forms of entertainment, such as clubs, cinema, theaters and cabarets . Après-ski (French for after skiing )

1258-534: The specific role of capsarii, who were responsible for first aid such as bandaging, and are the forerunners of the modern combat medic . Further examples occur through history, still mostly related to battle, with examples such as the Knights Hospitaller in the 11th century AD, providing care to pilgrims and knights in the Holy Land . During the late 18th century, drowning as a cause of death

1295-499: The various trails. Rope tows can also be used on short slopes (usually beginner hills or bunny slopes). Larger ski areas may use gondola lifts or aerial tramways for transportation across longer distances within the ski area. Resorts post their trail map illustrating the location of lifts, trails, services and the ski area boundary, and during the ski season issue a daily snow conditions report listing open trails, operating lifts and weather status. Ski areas usually have at least

1332-401: The workplace (such as an automated external defibrillator ), the provision of specialist first aid cover at public gatherings, or mandatory first aid training within schools. Generally, five steps are associated with first aid: Skills of what is now known as first aid have been recorded throughout history, especially in relation to warfare , where the care of both traumatic and medical cases

1369-568: Was a major concern amongst the population. In 1767, a society for the preservation of life from accidents in water was started in Amsterdam , and in 1773, physician William Hawes began publicizing the power of artificial respiration as means of resuscitation of those who appeared drowned. This led to the formation, in 1774, of the Society for the Recovery of Persons Apparently Drowned , later

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