STP 8-68W13-SM-TG — Soldier`s Manual And Trainer`s Guide Mos 68w, Health Care Specialist Ski Ll Levels 1, 2 And 3
STP 8-68W13-SM-TG governs individual MOS 68W training requirements for Combat Medic Specialists at skill levels 1, 2, and 3.
- Publication number: STP 8-68W13-SM-TG
- Title: SOLDIER`S MANUAL AND TRAINER`S GUIDE MOS 68W, HEALTH CARE SPECIALIST SKI LL LEVELS 1, 2 AND 3
- Date: 03/06/2025
- Proponent: T2COM
- Status: ACTIVE
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The publication contains readiness requirements, trainer guidance, and standardized task summaries for training and evaluating critical tasks. Its subject areas include airway, fluid, force health protection, medical, medication, trauma, triage, and evacuation management.
Applies to: This publication applies to the Active Army, the Army National Guard, and the United States Army Reserve unless otherwise stated.
Topics covered
- Airway Management
- Fluid Management
- Force Health Protection
- Medical Management
- Medication Management
- Trauma Management
- Triage and Evacuation
Questions and answers
Who should use STP 8-68W13-SM-TG for unit training?
Commanders, trainers, and Soldiers should use the STP to plan, conduct, and evaluate individual training in units. (paragraph 1-1)
What is every Soldier's primary mission?
Every Soldier, noncommissioned officer (NCO), and officer has one primary mission-to be trained and ready to fight and win our nations wars. (paragraph 1-2)
How must commanders and unit trainers tailor STP 8-68W13-SM-TG?
Based on these guidelines, commanders and unit trainers must tailor the information to meet the requirements for their specific unit. (paragraph 7-0)
What standard applies when treating a thoracic injury?
Treat a thoracic injury in accordance with Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC) Guidelines, while adhering to all warnings and cautions, without error, using the task GO/NO GO checklist. (paragraph 1-2)
What can be used if no commercial chest seal is available?
NOTE: Should no commercial chest seal be available to use, any airtight material can be used. (paragraph 5)