From the Careers Department

Inside the Action – Year 11 & 12 Students Experience the Life-Saving P.A.R.T.Y. Program at the Royal Adelaide Hospital

Last week a group of Year 11 and Y12 students were extremely fortunate to participate in the P.A.R.T.Y. Program at the Royal Adelaide Hospital. Originally established in 1986 in Canada as an injury awareness and prevention program, it now operates in many countries across the world.

It was informative, thought provoking, emotional and hands on, with students visiting the Emergency Department and the Intensive Care Unit, to follow the journey of a simulated trauma patient. They also heard about trauma rehabilitation from a speech pathologist and physiotherapist, they learned about organ donation and listened to doctors, emergency department nurses, paramedics, and from a survivor of a major trauma.

“The whole day was incredible, especially going into the ED and ICU. I was amazed by the busy environment and how everyone must work together as a team while there’s so much going on around them. It made me realise that life can change at any minute.” Nazanin (Year 12 student)

“The entire team had to be prepared at all times, never knowing what was going to happen. Each patient can involve so many doctors and nurses with different knowledge and specialisations. Hearing from a trauma survivor was emotional and his story was incredible. It made me think about making the right decisions.” Fatima (Year 12 student)

The program was emotive and real. Students left the day with a deeper knowledge and understanding of the significance of decision making and possible consequences. We are extremely thankful to the many RAH staff who supported the day and continue to deliver a preventative and potentially life saving program for young people.

Ms Julie Stephenson
Careers & VET Coordinator

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