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Each crew carries its own first aid kit to treat minor cuts, bruises, scratches, and bums. Philmont requires that at least one person (preferably two) in each crew be currently certified in American Red Cross First Aid and CPR or the equivalent. More serious cases must be treated by Philmont's medical staff, which includes doctors, nurses and medical students. All staffed camps have two-way radios for reporting serious illnesses and injuries to the Health Lodge; this is done by the camp director. The nature of the injury and the patient's location determine whether to transport to Headquarters or a medical staff member goes to the patient. Everyone who gives first aid when blood or body fluids may be present must wear latex gloves. Anyone who comes into contact with body fluids or substances should immediately wash with soap and water skin surfaces that came in contact with body fluids. Report it at the next staff camp so that they can contact the Health Lodge. Several Philmont employees are certified by the New Mexico State Police to serve as Field Coordinators for search and rescue operations. When necessary, Philmont can request resources from throughout the state of New Mexico and adjacent states including trained search and rescue personnel (in addition to the Philmont staff), search dogs, trackers, helicopters and other support. Philmont has written plans for managing different types of emergencies that may arise. Staff are trained in how to respond to emergencies that are most likely to occur. The most common injuries and illnesses treated at the Philmont Health Lodge are:
First aid providers should be knowledgeable in recognizing and treating these ailments. These items are recommended for a first aid kit to be used by a crew enroute to, during, and returning home from a Philmont trek.
Charges for medications dispensed by the Health Lodge must be paid at the Registration Office. Many "over the counter" medicines and first aid supplies are available at the Trading Post. Camper Insurance Coverage
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