27 courses with the subject EMS, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
Variable Credits Y Provides opportunity for directed study in Emergency Medical Services (EMS) theory, lab and/or clinicals for EMS students. The course content is individualized based on an assessment of the student’s learning needs. Focus of the course will be demonstration of competency in identified learning outcomes related to EMS practice.
This course meets the National EMS Education Standards for Emergency Medical Responders. It includes the foundational knowledge and skills necessary for individuals first on scene to initially assess and provide care for sick or injured emergency patients. Successful completion qualifies the student to apply for certification in MN as an Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) through the Minnesota Emergency Medical Services Regulatory Board. Major Content Areas Legal issues, scene size up, personal safety, human anatomy, initial assessment. Patient assessment. Airway management and oxygen administration. Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation / AED. Bleeding and shock. Injuries to the head, neck and spine. Immobilization techniques and splinting. Burns, poisonings, and environmental emergencies. Medical Emergencies. Gaining Access, lifting and moving patients. Patient assessment: 20% Learning Outcomes Describe the roles and responsibilities of an EMR. Demonstrate the process of resuscitation. Control bleeding and manage a patient in shock. Assess and initiate emergency care for patients with medical emergencies. Assess and initiate emergency care for patients with traumatic emergencies. Assist with gaining access and moving patients in an emergency situation. Describe topical anatomy and relate its significance to patient assess.
This course meets the lecture component of the National EMS Education Standards for Emergency Medical Technician (EMT). It includes the basic knowledge and skills necessary for individuals to assess, provide care, and transport sick or injured emergency patients. Successful course completion qualifies the graduate to apply for the National Registry EMT certification exam. Pre-Requisites One of these two: EAP 0099 or ENG 0099 (Minimum grade: 1.67 GPA Equivalent) And Any one of these three:READ 0093 or READ 0094 or READ 0099 Major Content Areas EMS Operations: 3% Preparatory: EMS Systems, Medical Legal, Ethics, Roles and Responsibilities, Personal Safety and Health, Human Anatomy. Patient Assessment. Airway Management and Oxygen administration. Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation / AED. Bleeding and Shock. Traumatic Injuries. Special Patient Populations. OB and Environmental Emergencies. Pharmacology. Medical Emergencies. EMS Operations. Learning Outcomes State the procedures for reporting child abuse Identify the roles and responsibilities of an EMT. Demonstrate an understanding of patient assessment. Demonstrate the process of airway management and oxygen therapy. Describe emergency care for patients with medical emergencies. Describe emergency care for patients with traumatic emergencies. .Explain the process of EMS Operations.
This course meets the laboratory component of the National EMS Education Standards for Emergency Medical Technician (EMT). It includes the basic skills necessary for individuals to assess, provide care, and transport sick or injured emergency patients. Successful course completion qualifies the graduate to apply for the National Registry EMT certification exam. Pre-Requisites One of these two: EAP 0099 or ENG 0099 (Minimum grade: 1.67 GPA Equivalent) And Any one of these three:READ 0093 or READ 0094 or READ 0099 Co-Requisites
Provides advanced instruction and experience with skills needed to work in the EMS field. Students lead a team of pre-hospital caregivers in realistic scenario simulations: life-like role-plays in which students must work through all phases of an ambulance call. These simulations are complex care situations that require the development of critical thinking and decision-making skills. Pre-Requisites EMS 1101 and Current CPR certification and valid driver’s license. Co-Requisites
Builds on the skills learned in EMS 1110 Advanced Operations. This includes additional ambulance driving training and a more difficult driving obstacle course, ambulance service leadership, and patient care report writing for increasingly complex patients and scenes. Students will also learn and practice management of Multiple Casualty Incidents using the Incident Command System command structure. Other topics may be covered based on student interest, including but not limited to: interfacility transportation, assessment and treatment of complicated patients, high-tech patients, pediatrics, geriatrics, and public health concerns. Students will need to demonstrate eligibility to drive MNSCU vehicles during the first week of class.
Designed to teach the student how to interpret and label the electrocardiogram (EKG). The focus of the course is basic rhythm interpretation, but will also cover such topics as: electrophysiology, EKG monitoring, genesis of the EKG, and cardiac output as it relates to cardiac rhythms. Major Content Areas Anatomy and physiology of the heart and its conduction system Introduction to EKG interpretation Principles of EKG interpretation Basic arrythmias and rules for their interpretation Rhythm practice and drills as group activity Learning Outcomes Identify the anatomy of the heart and conduction system. List the intrinsic rate of the accepted pacemakers. Demonstrate measurement of key components on an EKG tracing. Analyze how characteristics of rhythms relate to patient’s symptoms. Distinguish between the common arrythmias through the application of standard rules. Participate in classroom activities. Identify common arrhythmias of an EKG. Value the role of EKG monitoring in patient care. Demonstrate obtaining an EKG tracing using several commonly used EKG monitors.
Explores the complex systems which make up Emergency Medical Services. Students will learn the history, development and current model for the delivery of out-of-hospital medical services in the United States. The role of EMS in public health and other current issues will be explored. Pre-Requisites EMS 1101 Major Content Areas Documentation in EMS - 10% Ambulance deployment and operations - 15% Current issues in EMS - 30% Regulation and funding of EMS - 10% Public Health - 10% Roles and responsibilities of pre-hospital providers - 15% EMS Systems Communication - 10% Learning Outcomes Describe the role of the EMS provider during public health emergencies Compare various ambulance deployment systems including systems status management, flexible vehicle deployment and fixed station coverage. Define the roles and responsibilities of the EMS provider today and how those roles may change in the future. Describe the components and operation of EMS systems. Understand the history of pre-hospital medical services. Describe the process of patient care reports and relaying this information verbally to hospital staff. Identify ethical concerns for the modern EMS worker. Describe the role of federal, state and local agencies in the regulation and funding of EMS services. Explain the differences between the various methods of out-of-hospital care delivery. Appreciate the role of quality improvement in the EMS field. Describe the current healthcare finance environment and its impact on EMS
Provides a comprehensive course on crisis theory and the management of various behavioral, social, cultural, psychiatric, and interpersonal problems. Emphasis is placed on the mental health of emergency workers in both personal and professional settings. Prereq: Current EMT-Basic certification or permission of instructor. Major Content Areas Critical incident stress debriefing: 10% Suicide: 10% Stress Management: 10% Management of behavioral emergencies: 15% Abusive Relationships: 10% Causes of behavioral emergencies: 10% Patient and provider safety: 10% Crisis Intervention: 15% Death and Dying: 10% Learning Outcomes Recognize warning signs of abuse Identify healthy means of stress reduction Create appropriate interview questions to determine suicidal intent Describe the signs, symptoms and risks related to sexual assault Demonstrate appropriate use of patient restraint Describe steps for self-protection when confronted with a violent patient Describe components of crisis intervention Demonstrate effective interview techniques during behavioral emergencies Demonstrate assessment of the potentially violent patient Demonstrate appropriate communication related to the death of a patient Identify factors that must be considered when assessing suicidal risk Describe stages of grief and loss Explain the difference between interpersonal situational, organic, and intrapsychic causes of behavioral emergencies Distinguish among key symptoms and management techniques for selected behavioral illness Describe the steps of a Critical Incident Stress Debriefing
Provides the opportunity to practice Basic Life Support and learn Advanced Life Support skills. Scenarios, skill drills and other interactive classroom activities will be required. Emphasis placed on skill competence. Major Content Areas Team leadership and membership Airway Management Trauma management skills Patient Assessment Vascular Access Medication Administration Learning Outcomes Demonstrate initial assessment and care of a patient in various simulations. Practice scene management and utilization of resources. Demonstrate knowledge of skill sin simulated patient emergencies. Diagnose and treat medical and trauma emergencies effectively. Provide effective scene managed during scenarios. Demonstrate knowledge of what equipment is necessary for patient care. Display appropriate affect toward team members during care experiences.
Introduces basic and advanced concepts in pharmacology including pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics, alpha-receptors, beta- receptors, biotransformation, and elimination. This introductory course will also focus on administration methodologies as well as drug calculation. Pre-Requisites EMS 1101 Major Content Areas Sympathetic pharmacology Respiratory system pharmacology Cardiac pharmacology Dosage calculation Introduction to pharmacology Commonly prescribed medications Parasympathetic pharmacology Pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics Central nervous system pharmacology- 10% Pharmacology of the endocrine system 10% Learning Outcomes Appreciate the role of the sympathetic and parasympathetic medications. Discuss the relationship of pharmacologic substances and the central nervous system, respiratory system, cardiac system and endocrine system. Discuss pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics of drugs used in the prehospital setting. Recognize commonly prescribed medications and the associated medical conditions for which they are prescribed. Perform drug dosage calculations quickly and effectively.
Provides supervised work experience in the hospital and emergency prehospital environment. Emphasis on performance of psychomotor skills, patient assessment, development of critical thinking, leadership and development of interpersonal skills in an actual patient care setting or simulation environment. Pre-Requisites EMS 1110 , EMS 1150 , EMS 1131 Major Content Areas Hospital Clinical Experiences Health care and other related experiences Field Clinical experience on an EMS response unitSimulation Learning Outcomes Safely and effectively perform appropriate paramedic psychomotor skills within the National EMS Scope of Practice mode and state Scope of Practice at this level. Anticipate and prospectively intervene to improve patient outcome. Demonstrate exemplary professional behavior including but not limited to: integrity, empathy, self-motivation, appearance/personal hygiene, self-confidence, communications, time management, teamwork/diplomacy, respect, patient advocacy, and careful Perform a comprehensive history and physical examination to identify factors affecting the health and health needs of a patient. Formulate an impression based on an analysis of comprehensive assessment findings, anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, and epidemiology. Relate assessment findings to underlying pathological and physiological changes in the patient’s condition. Integrate and synthesize the multiple determinants of health and clinical care. Effectively communicate in a manner that is culturally sensitive and intended to improve patient outcome.
Applies anatomy and physiology to common diseases and injuries encountered by EMS personnel. Students develop an understanding of how different disease processes interrupt normal bodily functions. Major Content Areas The human cell and their functions The immune system Physiology of breathing Electrophysiology and anatomy of the heart Pathology of the heart Function and pathology of the renal system Pathology and components of blood Pain origin and effect on the body Pathology of endocrine emergencies Learning Outcomes Categorize diseases based upon the signs and symptoms of physiological alteration and the system affected. Hypothesize how a dysfunction in one body system may affect the proper function of another. Discuss the pathology of the respiratory system, cardiovascular system, renal system, venous system, and the immune system. Discuss pain and its effect on a patient. Describe the pathophysiology of Shock. Integrate knowledge of cellular function in conditions commonly encountered in pre-hospital environment. Apply proper anatomical sites and terms in oral and written communication. Explain the normal function of the major body systems. Identify abnormalities associated with the major body systems. Describe the organization of the body at both the atomic and chemical levels.
Builds upon the concepts and medications learned in EMS 1150 . Includes instruction on medications used in ACLS and PALS and introduces RSI pharmacology and non-prescription medications and supplements. Students also learn common lab values and common medications used in critical care transport. Proper documentation and use of controlled substances is also covered.
Focuses on the pathophysiology of shock and the kinematics of trauma. An epidemiological approach will be used to show the effects of traumatic injuries on the human body and its systems. Heat and cold emergencies will also be reviewed. This course will utilize case study review to emphasize total patient care in a traumatic situation. Major Content Areas Trauma patient assessment Advanced airways Head and neck trauma Thoracic and spinal trauma Abdominal traumaExtremity trauma Bleeding control and management of shock Thermal and chemical burns Stabilization and transport of the traumatized patient Advanced airways: 10% Fluid resuscitation and MAST: 10% Learning Outcomes Analyze complex signs and symptoms and identify potential differential diagnoses in traumatic emergencies. Explain the pathophysiology of pneumothorax, cardiac tamponade, airway emergencies and burns. Identify the need and describe performance of the following procedures: Needle decompression of the chest, pericardiocentesis, surgical airways, and endotracheal intubation. Review current research literature and discuss controversial issues in trauma. Apply severity scales such as the Glasgow Oma Scale (GCS) and the “rule of nines.” Explain the pathophysiology of pneumothorax, cardiac tamponade, airway emergencies and burns.
This course examines medical emergencies such as; Strokes and TIA, Seizure, Endocrine Emergencies, & Anaphylaxis. The course will discuss assessment and care of patients experiencing a medical emergency with a focus on interpreting vitals and advanced monitoring of patients. Major Content Areas Medical Patient assessment Critical Thinking Neurologic emergencies Endocrine emergencies Strokes, CVA and TIA’s Vital signs and monitoring patients Anaphylaxis and allergies Learning Outcomes Discuss medical patient assessment. Apply critical thinking skills based upon patient and scene assessment. Describe neurovascular emergencies and express proper treatment. Recognize endocrine emergencies and relate proper care. Discuss anaphylaxis and allergies. Define epilepsy and describe types of seizure activity.
Provides the student with knowledge to assess a patient experiencing a respiratory emergency. It includes a review in respiratory anatomy, and the physiology of respiration. Assessment techniques and equipment will be presented using stethoscopes, pulse oximetry, End-Tidal CO2 and power ventilators. Assessment and monitoring techniques will be integrated with the care and treatment of the respiratory patient. Pre-Requisites EMS 2420 grade of C or better Major Content Areas Respiratory patient assessment. Respiratory monitoring devices such as Pulse oximetry, ETCO2, EKG, Stethoscope, CPAP/BiPAP and Ventilators. Breathing emergencies such as, but not limited to; Asthma, COPD, ARDS, Pneumonia, Pulmonary Embolism, Cystic Fibrosis. Pharmacology utilized by common protocols for respiratory emergencies. Protocols commonly issued for respiratory emergencies.Airway maintenance devices such as OPA, NPA, ETT, Supra-glottic adjuncts, Ventilators Transport priorities and careen route to the appropriate hospital. Learning Outcomes Identify adventitious lung sounds and associate them with common respiratory emergencies. Evaluate the efficacy of current treatment plan and revise treatment as needed. Formulate a plan for the continued care and transport of your patient. Relate respiratory anatomy and physiology and how it applies to respiratory emergencies. Discuss respiratory assessment techniques and how they relate to patient care. Describe symptoms commonly associated with respiratory emergencies such as Asthma, COPD, Pneumonia, Pulmonary Embolism, and other associated respiratory diseases. Explain the use of respiratory monitoring devices such as pulse oximetry, end-tidal CO2, CPAP.
Presents information to educate the paramedic student to assess and treat the cardiac patient. Information will include review of standard cardiac protocols, reading the 12- and 15-lead electrocardiogram (EKG); integrate pharmacologic intervention as prescribed by the American Heart Association advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) algorithms. Major Content Areas Cardiac patient assessment.Anatomical review of the heart.Heart disease, including angina, acute myocardial infarction (AMI), and congestive heart failure (CHF).Interpretation of 12 and 15-lead electrocardiograms (EKG).Advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS) algorithms.Use of the cardiac monitor for defibrillation, cardioversion, and transcutaneous pacing.Post-arrest stabilization. Learning Outcomes Relate the steps in cardiovascular assessment.Discuss coronary artery disease.Distinguish between angina and acute myocardial infarction.Describe and differentiate between left and right heart failure.Evaluate and interpret the 12- and 15-lead electrocardiogram (EKG).Identify and treat life-threatening arrhythmias.Recite the advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS) algorithms as prescribed by the American Heart Association.Discuss post-resuscitation management of the cardiac patient.
Provides the opportunity to practice Basic Life Support and Advanced Life Support skills. Scenarios, skill drills and other interactive classroom activities will be required. Emphasis placed on skill competence and preparation for certification exams. Pre-Requisites EMS 1131 and current EMT certification Major Content Areas Team leadership and membership Airway Management Trauma management Patient Assessment Advanced Life Support skills Medication Administration Cardiovascular emergencies Respiratory emergencies Learning Outcomes Demonstrate initial assessment and care of a patient in various simulations. Practice scene management and utilization of resources. Demonstrate knowledge of all paramedic skills in simulated patient emergencies. Diagnose and treat medical and trauma emergencies effectively. Provide effective scene managed during scenarios. Demonstrate knowledge of what equipment is necessary for patient care. Display appropriate affect toward team members during care experiences.
Provides competency-based clinical experiences in emergency medical services field response units, hospitals, health care clinics and other venues. Students perform advanced life support skills and patient assessments, formulate differential diagnoses, and direct patient care teams. Students are under the supervision of a preceptor or instructor. To complete the requirements of the course students will need to receive a criminal background clearance. Please refer to the Criminal Background section of the catalog for more information on the criminal background study. Pre-Requisites EMS 2440 , EMS 2470 , EMS 2460 Major Content Areas Hospital Clinical Experiences Health care and other related experiences Field Clinical experience on an EMS response unitSimulation Learning Outcomes Effectively communicate in a manner that is culturally sensitive and intended to improve patient outcome. Safely and effectively perform paramedic psychomotor skills within the National EMS Scope of Practice mode and state Scope of Practice at this level. Anticipate and prospectively intervene to improve patient outcome. Demonstrate exemplary professional behavior including but not limited to: integrity, empathy, self-motivation, appearance/personal hygiene, self-confidence, communications, time management, teamwork/diplomacy, respect, patient advocacy, and care. Perform a comprehensive history and physical examination to identify factors affecting the health and health needs of a patient. Formulate a field impression based on an analysis of comprehensive assessment findings, anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, and epidemiology. Relate assessment findings to underlying pathological and physiological changes in the patient’s condition. Integrate and synthesize the multiple determinants of health and clinical care.
Provides comprehensive instruction on obstetrical emergencies, childbirth, pediatric assessment, evaluation and stabilization. This course consists of discussion and hands-on practice of simulated childbirth, neonatal resuscitation, pediatric advanced life support and medical emergency evaluation of the pediatric patient. Pediatric medical emergencies and trauma are also discussed. This course incorporates material outlined in the American Heart Association Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS course, and certification is available to those successfully completing the requirements.. Pre-Requisites EMS 2460 Major Content Areas Complications of Childbirth 10% Childhood Diseases, Care and Treatment 10% Medical Emergencies and the Child 10% Delivery and Resuscitation of the Neonate 10% Sudden Infant Death Syndrome and Related Topics 8% Gynecologic Emergencies 10% Emergency Childbirth 10% Advanced Resuscitation for the Pediatric Patient 10% Pediatric Trauma Care 10% Pediatric Assessment 12% Learning Outcomes Identify components of pediatric assessment State indications of imminent delivery Describe the abnormal deliveries and discuss procedures for handling each one Discuss SIDS patients and the standards of care for infant and family Describe the care of the placenta Explain the treatment and physiology of a child experiencing seizure activity State the steps to assist in the delivery of a newborn Describe the special considerations of a premature infant Identify the stages of labor and the paramedic’s role in each Review the anatomic structures and physiology of the female reproductive system Differentiate between normal and abnormal delivery Discuss the differences found in pediatric trauma patients Discuss route of medication administration in the pediatric patient Describe the childhood diseases such as croup and epiglottitis and describe the management of each Define implied consent as it applies to the treatment of a minor Identify the normal events of pregnancy Describe the unique features of scene assessment in infant and pediatric cases Demonstrate advanced cardiac care procedures such as; intraosseous infusion, volume replacement, cardiac resuscitation, trauma care and immobilization, endotracheal procedures Define child abuse and neglect Describe the maternal complications of labor Describe the care of the Neonate
Provides classroom and practical training in rescue operations and techniques including extrication, water rescue, high-level and sub-level rescue, search and recovery, multiple casualty situations, incident command, and hazardous material awareness. Also includes emergency driving skills practice. Major Content Areas Incident Command System (ICS) Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (EVOC) Rope Rescue Self Defense Water Rescue Trench Rescue Wilderness Rescue Vehicle Extrication Learning Outcomes Describe principles of safely operating ground ambulance. Demonstrate proficiency in ambulance operation. Discuss the use of proper PPE with regards to HAZMAT incidences. Explain proper procedures for conducting rescue operations during water, trench and confined space emergencies. Explain EMS support for fire personnel. Incorporate FEMA Incident Command System principals in simulated emergency calls. Demonstrate proper techniques for low angle rope rescue. Describe vehicle construction and related extrication techniques.
Explores medical emergencies and their effect on patients in the prehospital environment. This course is a continuation of Medical Emergencies I, and covers topics such as: The immune system, infectious diseases, endocrine emergencies, anaphylaxis, environmental emergencies, the acute abdomen, toxicology and psychiatric emergencies. This course also addresses special topics such as geriatrics, alcohol and drug abuse. Pre-Requisites EMS 2460 Major Content Areas Immunology and infectious disease Communicable diseases Abdominal emergencies Environmental emergencies Toxicological emergencies Behavioral emergencies Drug and alcohol addiction and emergencies Special patient care and lifespan development Hematology Learning Outcomes Discuss infectious disease and identify methods of personal protection. Describe how the immune system works to protect against communicable diseases. Describe common communicable diseases and how to protect yourself as well as your patient. Identify common abdominal emergencies including possible causes and proper management. Discuss and describe environmental emergencies such as hypothermia, hyperthermia, altitude sickness and barotrauma. Discuss assessment and care of patients experiencing psychological/behavioral emergencies. Recognize possible toxicological emergencies and describe personal protection and care of your patient. Discuss signs and symptoms of drug and alcohol abuse. Explain hematological emergencies and discuss care and treatment of patients with associated illness. Discuss care and treatment of special patient situations.
Provides the opportunity to practice Basic Life Support and Advanced Life Support skills. Scenarios, skill drills and other interactive classroom activities will be required. Emphasis placed on skill competence and preparation for certification exams. Pre-Requisites EMS 2470 Major Content Areas Team leadership and membership Airway Management Trauma management Patient Assessment Advanced Life Support skills Medication Administration Cardiovascular emergencies Respiratory emergencies Pediatric and OB/GYN emergencies Learning Outcomes Demonstrate initial assessment and care of a patient in various simulations. Practice scene management and utilization of resources. Demonstrate knowledge of all paramedic skills in simulated patient emergencies. Diagnose and treat medical and trauma emergencies effectively. Provide effective scene managed during scenarios. Demonstrate knowledge of what equipment is necessary for patient care. Display appropriate affect toward team members during care experiences.
Provides a summary review and evaluation of all core content in EMS courses. This course helps students apply theoretical and practical knowledge gained throughout the EMS program toward its completion and successful paramedic state and national certification. Pre-Requisites EMS 2460 , EMS 2464 , EMS 2466 , EMS 2530 , EMS 2560 Major Content Areas Comprehensive review of major components of the paramedic program. Discussion of real life patient care experiences. Unit exams covering: Respiratory situations, cardiac emergencies, medical emergencies, pediatric (peds) & obstetrical/gynecological (OB/GYN) emergencies, EMS operations, and trauma. Learning Outcomes Demonstrate knowledge of current emergency medical treatments and diseases through a series of written examinations. Demonstrate an understanding of advanced life support (ALS) through a capstone written examination. Appreciate diverse approaches to medicine and healing arts. Advocate for compassionate, holistic, and culturally appropriate emergency medical care. Analyze complex medical and traumatic emergencies. Develop and defend a prioritized list of treatment approaches for various emergency scenarios. Organize key patient symptoms, physical findings, disease pathologies and advanced life support treatments into rational treatment plans. Effectively communicate with and facilitate a group of peers working on a variety of learning activities.
Provides competency-based clinical experiences in emergency medical services field response units, hospitals, health care clinics and other venues. Students perform advanced life support skills and patient assessments, formulate differential diagnoses, and direct patient care teams. Students function as advanced life support team leaders are under the supervision of a preceptor or instructor. To complete the requirements of the course students will need to receive a criminal background clearance. Please refer to the Criminal Background section of the catalog for more information on the criminal background study. Pre-Requisites EMS 2560 , EMS 2570 , EMS 2488 Major Content Areas Field Clinical Experience on ALS EMS response units.Hospital Clinical Experiences.Health Care and other related experiences. Learning Outcomes Effectively communicate in a manner that is culturally sensitive and intended to improve patient outcomeDemonstrate paramedic psychomotor skills within the National EMS Scope of Practice Model & State Scope of Practice at this level.Practice exemplary professional behavior, including integrity, empathy, self-motivation, self-confidence, respect and patient advocacy in the delivery of care to your patients. Demonstrate proper assessment and a comprehensive history examination in the clinical and prehospital setting under the direction of an assigned preceptor.Formulate a field impression based on an analysis of comprehensive assessment findings, anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, and epidemiology.Relate assessment findings to underlying pathological and physiological changes in the patient’s conditionInterpret and synthesize the multiple determinants for health and clinical care in the prehospital and clinical setting.
Provides competency-based clinical experiences in emergency medical services field response units. Students perform advanced life support skills and patient assessments, formulate differential diagnoses, and direct patient care teams. Students are to function as advanced life support team leader and are under the supervision of a preceptor or instructor. Pre-Requisites EMS 2588 Major Content Areas Performance of skills and assessment as an entry level paramedic under the state scope of practice for paramedics. Field Clinical Internship. Learning Outcomes Integrate and synthesize the multiple determinants of health and clinical care. Effectively communicate in a manner that is culturally sensitive and intended to improve the patient outcome. Safely and effectively perform paramedic psychomotor skills within the National EMS Scope of Practice Model and state scope of practice at this level. Perform a comprehensive history and physical examination to identify factors affecting the health and health needs of a patient as the EMS Team Leader. Formulate a field impression based on an analysis of comprehensive assessment findings, anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, and epidemiology. Relate assessment findings to underlying pathological and physiological changes in the patient’s condition.
Source: Inver Hills Community College's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 61
