NIGERIAN ARMY MEDICAL CORPS Flashcards
What is the Nigerian Army Medical Corps (NAMC)?
NAMC is the second of the four major logistics corps and the only administrative service responsible for medical and health services in the Nigerian Army.
What are the five main responsibilities of NAMC?
Health advice, medical supply, casualty evacuation, medical planning, resource allocation.
Within how many hours must serious injuries be treated and evacuated?
6 hours.
When must abdominal surgery be performed?
Within 12 hours.
What is the highest level of medical support in the division?
Field Hospital.
What is the lowest level of medical support in the trenches?
First Aid by colleagues.
Name two factors that affect troop sickness rates.
Climate and troop fitness.
What are the two main goals of casualty evacuation?
Quick removal from units and effective treatment.
What are the three main roles of Field Ambulance?
Clearing casualties from RAP, providing medical reserves, and acting as a focal point for evacuation.
What is the primary role of the Hygiene Platoon?
Supervision of sanitation and disease prevention.
How many beds can a field hospital accommodate?
200+ beds.
How long does it take to set up a field hospital?
6-9 hours.
What are the steps in the casualty evacuation process?
CAP → RAP → Collecting Coy → MDS → Fd Hospital → Gen Hospital.
