EMS 130B - Paramedic Assessment I

Credits: 1

Description
This course will develop introductory patient assessment and history taking skills necessary for further progression through the Paramedic program. Students shall build upon previously learned skills acquired within the EMT and/or AEMT coursework, while implementing ECG monitoring and pharmacological interventions as learned in other classes.

Student Learning Outcomes

Perform and describe the techniques used to complete an initial medical patient assessment, using techniques of physical assessment, assessment-based management and patient history
Develop the ability to recognize critically ill patients in a timely fashion and develop an immediate treatment plan to address the patient’s needs
Demonstrate proficiency in all BLS and ILS skills.
Develop rudimentary skills of effective communication to the hospital and hospital staff via standard telemetry equipment
Perform and describe the techniques used to complete an initial trauma patient assessment, using techniques of physical assessment, assessment-based management and patient history
Develop a structured approach to initiating a proper and thorough patient history through effective interviewing techniques

Prerequisite: HIT 117 with a grade of C or higher and EMS Program Director approval