Western Technical College 10531109 EMT Basic Course Outcome Summary Course Information Description Career Cluster Instructional Level Total Credits 5.00 Total Hours 180.00 Designed to train the student in care of the patient at the scene of an accident or sudden severe illness and during transportation to the hospital. The Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) integrates signs and symptoms and intervenes accordingly, and operates ambulance equipment necessary for lifesaving care. Law, Public Safety, Corrections and Security Associate Degree Courses Types of Instruction Instruction Type Lecture Lab Clinical Credits/Hours 2 CR / 36 HR 1 CR / 36 HR 2 CR / 108 HR Course History Last Approval Date 9/8/2015 Textbooks 531-109 EMT Program Bundle: Student Reference Guide, EMT Practical Skills Checklist, Clinical/Field Experience Guide Book, EMT Candidates Manual. Western. Publisher: Western. Required. Bundle: Emergency Care, Workbook, and EMS Testing.com. 13th Edition. Copyright 2016. Limmer, Daniel, Michael F. O'Keefe, Harvey T. Grant, and Bob Murray. Publisher: Pearson. ISBN-13:978-0-13-418942-0. Required. Bibliography State of Wisconsin Standards and Porcedures of Practical Skills Manual, July 2008 Course Outcome Summary - Page 1 of 25
http://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/ems/training_education/spmanual07-21-2008_final.pdf Learner Supplies Program Clothing. Vendor: To be discussed in class. Required. Pocket Mask One-Way Valve (SKU 10071076). Vendor: Campus Shop. Required. Watch with second hand - $10.00-20.00. Vendor: To be discussed in class. Required. Stethoscope $25-200. Vendor: To be discussed in class. Optional. Course Competencies 1. Differentiate the roles and responsibilities of the EMT from other prehospital care providers. Domain Cognitive Level Analyzing 2. Discuss the roles and responsibilities of the EMT towards the safety of the crew, the patient and bystanders. Domain Cognitive Level Creating 3. Examine the role of the EMT-Basic in the EMS system 3.1. by answering related to the learning objectives on a written exam 3.2. by participating in an online discussion on various scenarios 3.1. 1.1.you achieve 78% on the written exam 3.2. 1.2.discussion post is made on or before the due date 3.3. 1.3.discussion response is well developed and fully addresses all aspects and in the case 3.4. 1.4.discussion response makes connections between the case situation and readings, other course content, 3.5. 1.5.discussion response includes factual information, supporting details, and examples 3.6. 1.6.discussion response includes appropriate vocabulary and writing style, is clear and concise, and 3.7. 1.7.discussion post includes responding to other classmates, providing thoughtful comments and raising 3.a. Define the components of Emergency Medical Services (EMS) systems. 3.b. Differentiate the roles and responsibilities of the EMT-Basic from other pre-hospital care providers. 3.c. Discuss the roles and responsibilities of the EMT-Basic towards the safety of the crew, the patient and bystanders. 3.d. Define quality improvement and discuss the EMT-Basic's role in the process. 3.e. Describe the process of critical thinking as it pertains to the roles and responsibilities of the EMT-Basic 3.f. Define medical direction and discuss the EMT-Basic's role in the process. 3.g. Describe how the actions of one crew member can affect those of others 3.h. State the specific statutes and regulations in your state regarding the EMS system. 3.i. Assess areas of personal attitude and conduct of the EMT-Basic. 3.j. Characterize the various methods used to access the EMS system in your community. 4. Maintain personal well-being as an EMT-Basic 4.1. by answering related to the learning objectives on a written exam Course Outcome Summary - Page 2 of 25
4.2. through practical skill demonstrations in the lab throughout the course 4.3. by participating in an online discussion on various scenarios 4.1. you use appropriate personal protective equipment 4.2. you remove and discard protective garments 4.3. you complete disinfection/cleaning and all reporting documentation 4.4. you perform all critical steps according the checklist provided by your instructor 4.5. you achieve 78% on the written exam 4.6. discussion post is made on or before the due date 4.7. discussion response is well developed and fully addresses all aspects and in the case 4.8. discussion response makes connections between the case situation and readings, other course content, 4.9. discussion response includes factual information, supporting details, and examples 4.10. discussion response includes appropriate vocabulary and writing style, is clear and concise, and 4.11. discussion post includes responding to other classmates, providing thoughtful comments and raising 4.a. List possible emotional reactions that the EMT-Basic may experience when faced with trauma, illness, death and dying 4.b. Discuss the possible reactions that a family member may exhibit when confronted with death and dying. 4.c. State the steps in the EMT-Basic's approach to the family confronted with death and dying 4.d. State the possible reactions that the family of the EMT-Basic may exhibit due to their outside involvement in EMS 4.e. Recognize the signs and symptoms of critical incident stress 4.f. State possible steps that the EMT-Basic may take to help reduce/alleviate stress 4.g. Explain the need to determine scene safety. 4.h. Discuss the importance of body substance isolation (BSI) 4.i. Describe the steps the EMT-Basic should take for personal protection from airborne and bloodborne pathogens 4.j. List the personal protective equipment necessary for each of the following situations: hazardous materials, rescue operations, violent scenes, crime scenes, exposure to bloodborne pathogens, exposure to airborne pathogens 4.k. Explain the rationale for serving as an advocate for the use of appropriate protective equipment. 4.l. Describe the steps an EMT-Basic needs to take in the event of a suspected significant body substance exposure 4.m. Discuss the importance of obtaining and maintaining appropriate immunizations. 4.n. List the immunizations that an EMT-Basic should have and maintain. 5. Analyze legal and ethical issues related to the EMT-Basic 5.1. by answering related to the learning objectives on a written exam 5.2. by participating in an online discussion on various scenarios 5.1. you achieve 78% on the written exam 5.2. discussion post is made on or before the due date 5.3. discussion response is well developed and fully addresses all aspects and in the case 5.4. discussion response makes connections between the case situation and readings, other course content, 5.5. discussion response includes factual information, supporting details, and examples 5.6. discussion response includes appropriate vocabulary and writing style, is clear and concise, and 5.7. discussion post includes responding to other classmates, providing thoughtful comments and raising Course Outcome Summary - Page 3 of 25
5.a. Define the EMT-Basic scope of practice. 5.b. Explain the rationale for the need, benefits and use of advance directives, such as Do Not Resuscitate [DNR] orders, living wills, and power of attorney for health care as they pertain to EMS 5.c. Define consent and discuss the methods of obtaining consent. 5.d. Differentiate between expressed and implied consent. 5.e. Explain the role of consent of minors in providing care. 5.f. Discuss the implications for the EMT-Basic in patient refusal of transport. 5.g. Discuss the issues of abandonment, negligence, assault and battery 5.h. State the conditions necessary for the EMT-Basic to have the duty to act 5.i. Explain the importance, necessity and legality of patient confidentiality. 5.j. Explain how the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA privacy rule) relates to patient confidentiality and prehospital emergency care. 5.k. Discuss the considerations of the EMT-Basic in issues of organ retrieval 5.l. Differentiate the actions that an EMT-Basic should take to assist in the preservation of a crime scene. 5.m. State the conditions that require an EMT-Basic to notify local law enforcement officials. 6. Recognize normal anatomy and function of the human body 6.1. by answering related to the learning objectives on a written exam 6.2. by participating in an online discussion on various scenarios 6.1. you achieve 78% on the written exam 6.2. discussion post is made on or before the due date 6.3. discussion response is well developed and fully addresses all aspects and in the case 6.4. discussion response makes connections between the case situation and readings, other course content, 6.5. discussion response includes factual information, supporting details, and examples 6.6. discussion response includes appropriate vocabulary and writing style, is clear and concise, and 6.7. discussion post includes responding to other classmates, providing thoughtful comments and raising 6.a. Use topics, positional and directional anatomical terms 6.b. Locate major body cavities 6.c. Locate organs within the cavities 6.d. Identify abdominal quadrants 6.e. Describe major body systems 6.f. Relate structures to the body 7. Move a patient 7.1. by answering related to the learning objectives on a written exam 7.2. through a practical skill demonstration in the lab 7.3. by participating in an online discussion on various scenarios 7.1. you prepare each of the following devices for use, transfer a patient to the device, properly position the patient on the device, move the device to the ambulance and load the patient into the ambulance: wheeled ambulance stretcher, portable ambulance stretcher, stair chair, scoop stretcher, long spine board, basket stretcher, flexible stretcher (P-1,2) Course Outcome Summary - Page 4 of 25
7.2. you demonstrate techniques for the transfer of a patient from an ambulance stretcher to a hospital stretcher 7.3. you perform all critical steps according the checklist provided by your instructor 7.4. you achieve 78% on the written exam 7.5. discussion post is made on or before the due date 7.6. discussion response is well developed and fully addresses all aspects and in the case 7.7. discussion response makes connections between the case situation and readings, other course content, 7.8. discussion response includes factual information, supporting details, and examples 7.9. discussion response includes appropriate vocabulary and writing style, is clear and concise, and 7.10. discussion post includes responding to other classmates, providing thoughtful comments and raising 7.a. Define body mechanics 7.b. Explain the guidelines and safety precautions that need to be followed when lifting a patient 7.c. Describe the guidelines and safety precautions for carrying patients and/or equipment. 7.d. Describe correct and safe carrying procedures on stairs 7.e. State the guidelines for reaching and their application 7.f. Describe correct reaching for log rolls 7.g. State the guidelines for pushing and pulling 7.h. Discuss the general considerations of moving patients 7.i. Identify situations that may require the use of an emergency move 7.j. Identify the following patient carrying devices: wheeled ambulance stretcher, portable ambulance stretcher, stair chair, scoop stretcher, long spine board, basket stretcher, flexible stretcher 7.k. Explain the rationale for properly lifting and moving patients 8. Perform scene size-up 8.1. by answering related to the learning objectives on a written exam 8.2. through a practical skill demonstration in the lab 8.3. by participating in an online discussion on various scenarios 8.1. you observe various scenarios and identify potential hazards 8.2. you perform all critical steps according the checklist provided by your instructor 8.3. you achieve 78% on the written exam 8.4. discussion post is made on or before the due date 8.5. discussion response is well developed and fully addresses all aspects and in the case 8.6. discussion response makes connections between the case situation and readings, other course content, 8.7. discussion response includes factual information, supporting details, and examples 8.8. discussion response includes appropriate vocabulary and writing style, is clear and concise, and 8.9. discussion post includes responding to other classmates, providing thoughtful comments and raising 8.a. Describe common hazards found at the scene of a trauma and a medical patient 8.b. Determine if the scene is safe to enter 8.c. Identify common mechanisms of injury/nature of illness 8.d. Summarize the reason for identifying the total number of patients at the scene 8.e. Explain the reason for identifying the need for additional help or assistance 8.f. Explain the rationale for crew members to evaluate scene safety prior to entering 9. Perform an initial patient assessment Course Outcome Summary - Page 5 of 25
9.1. by answering related to the learning objectives on a written exam 9.2. through a practical skill demonstration in the lab 9.3. by participating in an online discussion on various scenarios 9.1. you demonstrate the techniques for assessing mental status 9.2. you demonstrate the techniques for assessing the airway 9.3. you demonstrate the techniques for assessing if the patient is breathing 9.4. you demonstrate the techniques for assessing if the patient has a pulse 9.5. you demonstrate the techniques for assessing the patient for external bleeding 9.6. you demonstrate the techniques for assessing the patient's skin color, temperature, condition and capillary refill (infants and children only) 9.7. you demonstrate the ability to prioritize patients 9.8. you perform all critical steps according the checklist provided by your instructor 9.9. you achieve 78% on the written exam 9.10. discussion post is made on or before the due date 9.11. discussion response is well developed and fully addresses all aspects and in the case 9.12. discussion response makes connections between the case situation and readings, other course content, 9.13. discussion response includes factual information, supporting details, and examples 9.14. discussion response includes appropriate vocabulary and writing style, is clear and concise, and 9.15. discussion post includes responding to other classmates, providing thoughtful comments and raising 9.a. Summarize the reasons for forming a general impression of the patient 9.b. Identify methods of assessing altered mental status for adult, child and infant patients 9.c. Differentiate between assessing the altered mental status in the adult, child and in infant patient 9.d. Discuss methods of assessing the airway in the adult, child and infant patient 9.e. State reasons for management of the cervical spine once the patient has been determined to be a trauma patient 9.f. Describe methods used for assessing if a patient is breathing 9.g. State what care should be provided to the adult, child and infant patient with adequate breathing 9.h. State what care should be provided to the adult, child and infant patient with inadequate breathing 9.i. Differentiate between a patient with adequate and inadequate breathing 9.j. Distinguish between methods of assessing breathing in the adult, child and infant patient 9.k. Compare the methods of providing airway care to the adult, child and infant patient 9.l. Describe the methods used to obtain a pulse 9.m. Differentiate between obtaining a pulse in an adult, child and infant patient 9.n. Discuss the need for assessing the patient for external bleeding 9.o. Describe normal and abnormal findings when assessing skin color 9.p. Describe normal and abnormal findings when assessing skin temperature 9.q. Describe normal and abnormal findings when assessing skin condition 9.r. Describe normal and abnormal findings when assessing skin capillary refill in the infant and child patient 9.s. Explain the reason for prioritizing a patient for care and transport 10. Obtain baseline vital signs and a SAMPLE history 10.1. by answering related to the learning objectives on a written exam 10.2. through a practical skill demonstration in the lab 10.3. by participating in an online discussion on various scenarios Course Outcome Summary - Page 6 of 25
10.1. you demonstrate the skills involved in assessment of breathing 10.2. you demonstrate the skills associated with obtaining a pulse 10.3. you demonstrate the skills associated with assessing the skin color, temperature, condition, and capillary refill in infants and children 10.4. you demonstrate the skills associated with assessing the pupils 10.5. you demonstrate the skills associated with obtaining blood pressure 10.6. you demonstrate the skills that should be used to obtain information from the patient, family, or bystanders at the scene 10.7. you demonstrate proper placement of the transducer utilized in pulse oximetry 10.8. you demonstrate how to obtain a reading of the percentage of oxygen saturation 10.9. you perform all critical steps according the checklist provided by your instructor 10.10. you achieve 78% on the written exam 10.11. discussion post is made on or before the due date 10.12. discussion response is well developed and fully addresses all aspects and in the case 10.13. discussion response makes connections between the case situation and readings, other course content, 10.14. discussion response includes factual information, supporting details, and examples 10.15. discussion response includes appropriate vocabulary and writing style, is clear and concise, and 10.16. discussion post includes responding to other classmates, providing thoughtful comments and raising 10.a. Identify the components of vital signs 10.b. Describe the methods to obtain a breathing rate 10.c. Identify the attributes that should be obtained when assessing breathing 10.d. Differentiate between shallow, labored and noisy breathing 10.e. Describe the methods to obtain a pulse rate 10.f. Identify the information obtained when assessing a patient's pulse 10.g. Differentiate between a strong, weak, regular and irregular pulse 10.h. Describe the methods to assess the skin color, temperature, condition (capillary refill in infants and children) 10.i. Identify the normal and abnormal skin color and temperature 10.j. Identify normal and abnormal skin conditions 10.k. Identify normal and abnormal capillary refill in infants and children 10.l. Describe the methods to assess the pupils 10.m. Identify normal and abnormal pupil size 10.n. Describe the methods to assess blood pressure (manual and automated) 10.o. Define diastolic and systolic pressure 10.p. Explain the difference between auscultation and palpation for obtaining a blood pressure 10.q. Identify the components of the SAMPLE history 10.r. Differentiate between a sign and a symptom 10.s. State the importance of accurately reporting and recording the baseline vital signs 10.t. Discuss the need to search for additional medical identification 10.u. Describe the basic concept of pulse oximetry monitoring 10.v. Troubleshoot errors that can occur when using a pulse oximeter 11. Assess a trauma patient 11.1. by answering related to the learning objectives on a written exam 11.2. through a practical skill demonstration in the lab 11.3. by participating in an online discussion on various scenarios 11.1. you demonstrate the rapid trauma assessment that should be used to assess a patient based on mechanism of injury 11.2. you perform all critical steps according the checklist provided by your instructor Course Outcome Summary - Page 7 of 25
11.3. you achieve 78% on the written exam 11.4. discussion post is made on or before the due date 11.5. discussion response is well developed and fully addresses all aspects and in the case 11.6. discussion response makes connections between the case situation and readings, other course content, 11.7. discussion response includes factual information, supporting details, and examples 11.8. discussion response includes appropriate vocabulary and writing style, is clear and concise, and 11.9. discussion post includes responding to other classmates, providing thoughtful comments and raising 11.a. Discuss the reasons for reconsideration concerning the mechanism of injury 11.b. Identify the reasons for performing a rapid trauma assessment 11.c. Explain why patients should receive a rapid trauma assessment 11.d. Describe the areas included in the rapid trauma assessment 11.e. Identify what should be evaluated during a rapid trauma assessment 11.f. Differentiate when the rapid assessment may be altered in order to provide patient care 11.g. Explain the reason for performing a focused history and physical exam 12. Assess a medical patient 12.1. by answering related to the learning objectives on a written exam 12.2. through a practical skill demonstration in the lab 12.3. by participating in an online discussion on various scenarios 12.1. you demonstrate the patient assessment skills that should be used to assist a patient who is responsive with no known history 12.2. you demonstrate the patient assessment skills that should be used to assist a patient who is unresponsive or has an altered metal status 12.3. you perform all critical steps according the checklist provided by your instructor 12.4. you achieve 78% on the written exam 12.5. discussion post is made on or before the due date 12.6. discussion response is well developed and fully addresses all aspects and in the case 12.7. discussion response makes connections between the case situation and readings, other course content, 12.8. discussion response includes factual information, supporting details, and examples 12.9. discussion response includes appropriate vocabulary and writing style, is clear and concise, and 12.10. discussion post includes responding to other classmates, providing thoughtful comments and raising 12.a. Discuss the reasons for reconsideration concerning the mechanism of injury 12.b. Describe the reasons for performing a rapid trauma assessment 12.c. Explain why patients should receive a rapid trauma assessment 12.d. Describe the areas included in the rapid trauma assessment 12.e. Differentiate when the rapid assessment may be altered in order to provide patient care 12.f. Discuss the reason for performing a focused history and physical exam 13. Perform a detailed physical exam 13.1. by answering related to the learning objectives on a written exam 13.2. through a practical skill demonstration in the lab 13.3. by participating in an online discussion on various scenarios Course Outcome Summary - Page 8 of 25
13.1. you demonstrate the skills involved in performing the detailed physical exam 13.2. you perform all critical steps according the checklist provided by your instructor 13.3. you achieve 78% on the written exam 13.4. discussion post is made on or before the due date 13.5. discussion response is well developed and fully addresses all aspects and in the case 13.6. discussion response makes connections between the case situation and readings, other course content, 13.7. discussion response includes factual information, supporting details, and examples 13.8. discussion response includes appropriate vocabulary and writing style, is clear and concise, and 13.9. discussion post includes responding to other classmates, providing thoughtful comments and raising 13.a. Outline the components of the detailed physical exam 13.b. Identify the areas of the body that are evaluated during the detailed physical exam 13.c. Explain what additional care should be provided while performing the detailed physical exam 13.d. Distinguish between the detailed physical exam that is performed on a trauma patient and that of the medical patient 14. Perform an ongoing assessment 14.1. by answering related to the learning objectives on a written exam 14.2. through a practical skill demonstration in the lab 14.3. by participating in an online discussion on various scenarios 14.1. you demonstrate the skills involved in performing the on-going assessment 14.2. you perform all critical steps according the checklist provided by your instructor 14.3. you achieve 78% on the written exam 14.4. discussion post is made on or before the due date 14.5. discussion response is well developed and fully addresses all aspects and in the case 14.6. discussion response makes connections between the case situation and readings, other course content, 14.7. discussion response includes factual information, supporting details, and examples 14.8. discussion response includes appropriate vocabulary and writing style, is clear and concise, and 14.9. discussion post includes responding to other classmates, providing thoughtful comments and raising 14.a. Explain the reasons for repeating the initial assessment as part of the ongoing assessment 14.b. Describe the components of the on-going assessment 14.c. Describe trending of assessment components 15. Communicate patient findings 15.1. by answering related to the learning objectives on a written exam 15.2. through a practical skill demonstration in the lab 15.3. by participating in an online discussion on various scenarios Course Outcome Summary - Page 9 of 25
15.1. you perform a simulated, organized, concise radio transmission 15.2. you perform an organized, concise patient report that would be given to the staff at a receiving facility 15.3. you perform a brief, organized report that would be given to an ALS provider arriving at an incident scene at which the EMT-Basic was already providing care 15.4. you perform all critical steps according the checklist provided by your instructor 15.5. you achieve 78% on the written exam 15.6. discussion post is made on or before the due date 15.7. discussion response is well developed and fully addresses all aspects and in the case 15.8. discussion response makes connections between the case situation and readings, other course content, 15.9. discussion response includes factual information, supporting details, and examples 15.10. discussion response includes appropriate vocabulary and writing style, is clear and concise, and 15.11. discussion post includes responding to other classmates, providing thoughtful comments and raising 15.a. List the proper methods of initiating and terminating a radio call 15.b. State the proper sequence for delivery of patient information 15.c. Explain the importance of effective communication of patient information in the verbal report. 15.d. Identify the essential components of the verbal report 15.e. Describe the attributes for increasing effectiveness and efficiency of verbal communications 15.f. State legal aspects to consider in verbal communication 15.g. Summarize the communication skills that should be used to interact with the patient. 15.h. Summarize the communication skills that should be used to interact with the family, bystanders, individuals from other agencies while providing patient care and the difference between skills used to interact with the patient and those used to interact with others 15.i. List the correct radio procedures in the following phases of a typical call: to the scene, at the scene, to the facility, at the facility, to the station, at the station 16. Document patient information 16.1. by answering related to the learning objectives on a written exam 16.2. through a practical skill demonstration in the lab 16.3. by participating in an online discussion on various scenarios 16.1. you complete a prehospital care report 16.2. you perform all critical steps according the checklist provided by your instructor 16.3. you achieve 78% on the written exam 16.4. discussion post is made on or before the due date 16.5. discussion response is well developed and fully addresses all aspects and in the case 16.6. discussion response makes connections between the case situation and readings, other course content, 16.7. discussion response includes factual information, supporting details, and examples 16.8. discussion response includes appropriate vocabulary and writing style, is clear and concise, and 16.9. discussion post includes responding to other classmates, providing thoughtful comments and raising 16.a. Explain the components of the written report 16.b. List the information that should be included in the written report 16.c. Identify the various sections of the written report 16.d. Describe what information is required in each section of the prehospital care report and how it should be entered Course Outcome Summary - Page 10 of 25
16.e. 16.f. 16.g. Define the special considerations concerning patient refusal Describe the legal implications associated with the written report Identify all state and/or local record and reporting requirements 17. Use critical thinking as an EMT 17.1. by answering related to the learning objectives on a written exam 17.2. by participating in an online discussion on various scenarios 17.1. you achieve 78% on the written exam 17.2. discussion post is made on or before the due date 17.3. discussion response is well developed and fully addresses all aspects and in the case 17.4. discussion response makes connections between the case situation and readings, other course content, 17.5. discussion response includes factual information, supporting details, and examples 17.6. discussion response includes appropriate vocabulary and writing style, is clear and concise, and 17.7. discussion post includes responding to other classmates, providing thoughtful comments and raising 17.a. Utilize the elements of critical thinking to formulate a field impression for the purpose of generating patient management plans 17.b. Describe the effects of the "fight or flight" response and the positive and negative effects on an EMT s decision making 17.c. Summarize the "six Rs" of putting it all together: Read the patient, Read the scene, React, Reevaluate, Revise the management plan, Review performance 18. Perform pediatric and geriatric patient assessment 18.1. by answering related to the learning objectives on a written exam 18.2. through a practical skill demonstration in the lab 18.3. by participating in an online discussion on various scenarios 18.1. you demonstrate the assessment of a geriatric patient who is hearing impaired, vision impaired, confused, or unable to speak 18.2. you demonstrate the assessment of a pediatric patient 18.3. you perform all critical steps according the checklist provided by your instructor 18.4. you achieve 78% on the written exam 18.5. discussion post is made on or before the due date 18.6. discussion response is well developed and fully addresses all aspects and in the case 18.7. discussion response makes connections between the case situation and readings, other course content, 18.8. discussion response includes factual information, supporting details, and examples 18.9. discussion response includes appropriate vocabulary and writing style, is clear and concise, and 18.10. discussion post includes responding to other classmates, providing thoughtful comments and raising 18.a. Explain why geriatric and pediatric patients need varying approaches to assessment and care 18.b. Describe the aging process 18.c. Discuss effects of the natural aging process on the human body Course Outcome Summary - Page 11 of 25
18.d. 18.e. 18.f. 18.g. 18.h. 18.i. 18.j. 18.k. 18.l. 18.m. Identify potential communication challenges when assessing a geriatric patient Describe normal and abnormal assessment findings of the geriatric patient Recognize common emotional and psychological reactions of the geriatric patient Discuss emotional and physical aspects of terminal illnesses and end of life care Discuss key additions to the initial assessment to consider when assessing a geriatric patient Identify the developmental considerations for the following age groups: infants, toddlers, pre-school, school age, adolescent Identify potential communication challenges when assessing a pediatric patient Describe differences in anatomy and physiology of the pediatric and adult patient Differentiate the response of the ill or injured infant or child (age specific) from that of an adult Identify expected injury patterns seen in geriatric and pediatric patients 19. Manage patient airway 19.1. by answering related to the learning objectives on a written exam 19.2. through a practical skill demonstration in the lab 19.3. by participating in an online discussion on various scenarios 19.1. you demonstrate the steps in providing mouth-to-mouth artificial ventilation with body substance isolation (barrier shields) 19.2. you demonstrate how to use a pocket mask to artificially ventilate a patient 19.3. you demonstrate the assembly of a bag-valve-mask unit 19.4. you demonstrate the operation of oxygen tanks and regulators 19.5. you demonstrate the steps in performing the skill of artificially ventilating a patient with a bag-valve-mask for one and two rescuers, for an adult, child and infant patient 19.6. you demonstrate the steps in performing the skill of artificially ventilating a patient with a bag-valve-mask while using the jaw thrust for an adult, child and infant patient 19.7. you demonstrate artificial ventilation of a patient with a flow restricted, oxygen-powered ventilation device 19.8. you demonstrate how to artificially ventilate a patient with a stoma 19.9. you demonstrate how to measure and insert an oropharyngeal (oral) airway for an adult, child and infant patient 19.10. you demonstrate how to measure and insert a nasopharyngeal (nasal) airway 19.11. you demonstrate the correct operation of oxygen tanks and regulators 19.12. you demonstrate the use of a nonrebreather face mask and state the oxygen flow requirements needed for its use 19.13. you demonstrate the technique involved in administering supplemental oxygen via a nasal cannula 19.14. you demonstrate the technique involved in administering supplemental oxygen via a nonrebreather face mask 19.15. you assess the need for providing supplemental oxygen for a patient who is in respiratory distress 19.16. you conduct an assessment to identify whether a patient is in respiratory distress versus arrest on various patients, including adults, children and infants. (P-3) 19.17. you demonstrate how to administer supplemental oxygen for a child and an infant patient. 19.18. you demonstrate how to provide assisted ventilations for a child and an infant patient. 19.19. you perform all critical steps according the checklist provided by your instructor 19.20. you achieve 78% on the written exam 19.21. discussion post is made on or before the due date 19.22. discussion response is well developed and fully addresses all aspects and in the case 19.23. discussion response makes connections between the case situation and readings, other course content, 19.24. discussion response includes factual information, supporting details, and examples 19.25. discussion response includes appropriate vocabulary and writing style, is clear and concise, and 19.26. discussion post includes responding to other classmates, providing thoughtful comments and raising Course Outcome Summary - Page 12 of 25
19.a. 19.b. 19.c. 19.d. 19.e. Examine the anatomy and physiology of the respiratory system Describe how to recognize adequate and inadequate breathing Explain how to open an airway, maintain an open airway, and ventilate a patient Summarize principles and techniques of oxygen administration Detail principles and techniques of suctioning 20. Manage advanced nonvisualized patient airway 20.1. by answering related to the learning objectives on a written exam 20.2. through a practical skill demonstration in the lab 20.3. by participating in an online discussion on various scenarios 20.1. you demonstrate the steps involved in preparing an advanced nonvisualized airway for insertion. 20.2. you demonstrate the sequence of steps involved in inserting an advanced non-visualized airway 20.3. you demonstrate the sequence involved in confirming placement of an advanced non-visualized airway by asucultating for lung and epigastric sounds. 20.4. you demonstrate proper technique in ventilating a patient, in respiratory arrest, with an advanced nonvisualized airway and positive pressure ventilations 20.5. you analyze the anatomical location of an advanced non-visualized airway after placement and evaluation of lung and epigastric sounds 20.6. you problem solve difficulties encountered due to improper placement of an advanced non-visualized airway 20.7. you perform all critical steps according the checklist provided by your instructor 20.8. you achieve 78% on the written exam 20.9. discussion post is made on or before the due date 20.10. discussion response is well developed and fully addresses all aspects and in the case 20.11. discussion response makes connections between the case situation and readings, other course content, 20.12. discussion response includes factual information, supporting details, and examples 20.13. discussion response includes appropriate vocabulary and writing style, is clear and concise, and 20.14. discussion post includes responding to other classmates, providing thoughtful comments and raising 20.a. Explain the proper use of the advanced non-visualized airway 20.b. List the indications for use of the advanced non-visualized airway 20.c. List the contraindications for the use of the advanced non-visualized airway 21. Assist patients with medication administration 21.1. by answering related to the learning objectives on a written exam 21.2. through a practical skill demonstration in the lab 21.3. by creating drug profiles 21.1. you demonstrate general steps for assisting patient with self-administration of medications 21.2. you demonstrate general steps involved in administering a medication to a patient 21.3. you read the labels and inspect each type of medication that can be administered by the EMT-Basic 21.4. you create a drug profile for each of the medications that can be administered by the EMT-Basic. 21.5. drug profile cards include A. Drug names-generic and trade, B. Mechanism of action, C. Indications, D. ContraindicationsE. Medication forms, F. Dose, G. Route H. Side effects. 21.6. you perform all critical steps according the checklist provided by your instructor Course Outcome Summary - Page 13 of 25
21.7. you achieve 78% on the written exam 21.a. Identify which medications are carried on board an ambulance licensed at the EMT-Basic level in Wisconsin 21.b. Identify the medications with which the EMT-Basic may assist the patient with administration at the EMT- Basic level in Wisconsin 21.c. List the components of a drug profile 21.d. Identify the different forms in which medications are found 21.e. Summarize the "6 R s" in the administration of a medication 21.f. Explain the importance of medical control involvement and medication administration 21.g. Describe how allergies to medications can affect patients 21.h. State the importance of determining the preexistence of a medication allergy 21.i. Differentiate between what is meant by a medication allergy versus medication intolerance 21.j. Identify the general steps in administering a medication to a patient 21.k. State the rationale for administering most medications to pediatric patients based upon weight 21.l. Define the concept of polypharmacy as it relates to geriatric patients 21.m. Examine the importance of correctly administering medications to specific patients 22. Provide care for patients with respiratory emergencies 22.1. by answering related to the learning objectives on a written exam 22.2. through a practical skill demonstration in the lab 22.3. by participating in an online discussion on various scenarios 22.1. you demonstrate the emergency medical care for a patient in respiratory distress 22.2. you perform the steps in assisting a patient with the use of their metered dose inhaler 22.3. you perform the steps in administering a nebulizer treatment, via hand-held and mask, to a patient in respiratory distress 22.4. you create a management plan to properly evaluate and treat an adult patient in respiratory distress 22.5. you create a management plan to properly evaluate and treat a pediatric patient in respiratory distress 22.6. you achieve at least 78% on the written exam 22.7. discussion post is made on or before the due date 22.8. discussion response is well developed and fully addresses all aspects and in the case 22.9. discussion response makes connections between the case situation and readings, other course content, 22.10. discussion response includes factual information, supporting details, and examples 22.11. discussion response includes appropriate vocabulary and writing style, is clear and concise, and 22.12. discussion post includes responding to other classmates, providing thoughtful comments and raising 22.a. State the signs and symptoms of a patient with breathing difficulty 22.b. Describe the emergency medical care of the patient with breathing difficulty 22.c. Recognize the need for medical direction to assist in the emergency medical care of the patient with breathing difficulty 22.d. Describe the emergency medical care of the patient with breathing distress 22.e. Establish the relationship between airway management and the patient with breathing difficulty 22.f. List signs of adequate air exchange 22.g. State the generic name, medication forms, dose, administration, action, indications and contraindications for the prescribed inhaler 22.h. Distinguish between the emergency medical care of the infant, child and adult patient with breathing difficulty 22.i. Differentiate between upper airway obstruction and lower airway disease in the infant and child patient 23. Provide care for patients with cardiac emergencies Course Outcome Summary - Page 14 of 25
Status Active 23.1. by answering related to the learning objectives on a written exam 23.2. through a practical skill demonstration in the lab 23.3. by participating in an online discussion on various scenarios 23.1. you demonstrate the assessment and emergency medical care of a patient experiencing chest pain/discomfort 23.2. you demonstrate the application and operation of the automated external defibrillator 23.3. you demonstrate the maintenance of an automated external defibrillator 23.4. you demonstrate the assessment and documentation of patient response to the automated external defibrillator 23.5. you demonstrate the skills necessary to complete the Automated Defibrillator: Operator's Shift Checklist 23.6. you create a management plan to include evaluation and management for an adult patient in cardiac arrest 23.7. you create a management plan to include evaluation and management for a pediatric patient in cardiac arrest 23.8. you perform the steps in facilitating the use of nitroglycerin for chest pain or discomfort 23.9. you demonstrate the assessment and documentation of patient response to nitroglycerin 23.10. you perform the steps in administering aspirin for chest pain or discomfort 23.11. you demonstrate the assessment and documentation of patient response to aspirin 23.12. you practice completing a prehospital care report for patients with cardiac emergencies 23.13. you create a management plan to include evaluation and management for an adult patient experiencing cardiac compromise 23.14. you perform all critical steps according the checklist provided by your instructor 23.15. you achieve at least 78% on the written exam 23.16. discussion post is made on or before the due date 23.17. discussion response is well developed and fully addresses all aspects and in the case 23.18. discussion response makes connections between the case situation and readings, other course content, 23.19. discussion response includes factual information, supporting details, and examples 23.20. discussion response includes appropriate vocabulary and writing style, is clear and concise, and 23.21. discussion post includes responding to other classmates, providing thoughtful comments and raising 23.a. Identify a patient with chest discomfort/pain 23.b. Describe how to treat a patient with chest comfort/pain 23.c. Examine the role of the EMT Basic in the administration of prescribed nitroglycerin 23.d. State the signs and symptoms of a potential cardiac emergency 23.e. Examine the role of the EMT Basic in the administration of aspirin. 23.f. Examine the role of the EMT Basic in use and operation of an Automatic External Defibrillator 24. Provide care for patients with diabetes 24.1. by answering related to the learning objectives on a written exam 24.2. through a practical or simulated skill demonstration in the lab 24.3. by participating in an online discussion on various scenarios 24.1. you demonstrate the steps in the emergency medical care for the patient taking diabetic medicine with an altered mental status and a history of diabetes 24.2. you demonstrate the steps in obtaining a blood glucose reading Course Outcome Summary - Page 15 of 25
24.3. you demonstrate the steps in the administration of oral glucose 24.4. you demonstrate the assessment and documentation of patient response to oral glucose 24.5. you demonstrate the proper technique in reconstituting glucagon and preparing for its administration 24.6. you demonstrate the steps in administering an IM injection of glucagon to a diabetic patient 24.7. you demonstrate the assessment and documentation of patient response to glucagon 24.8. you demonstrate the proper disposal of sharps 24.9. you demonstrate creating a management plan for a patient exhibiting signs and symptoms of seizure 24.10. you demonstrate creating a management plan for a patient exhibiting signs and symptoms of stroke 24.11. you demonstrate creating a management plan for a patient exhibiting signs and symptoms of dementia 24.12. you demonstrate how to complete a prehospital care report for patients with diabetic emergencies 24.13. you perform all critical steps according the checklist provided by your instructor 24.14. you achieve at least 78% on the written exam 24.15. discussion post is made on or before the due date 24.16. discussion response is well developed and fully addresses all aspects and in the case 24.17. discussion response makes connections between the case situation and readings, other course content, 24.18. discussion response includes factual information, supporting details, and examples 24.19. discussion response includes appropriate vocabulary and writing style, is clear and concise, and 24.20. discussion post includes responding to other classmates, providing thoughtful comments and raising 24.a. Identify the patient taking diabetic medications with altered mental status and the implications of a diabetes history 24.b. State the steps in the emergency medical care of the patient taking diabetic medicine with an altered mental status and a history of diabetes 24.c. Establish the relationship between airway management and the patient with altered mental status 24.d. State the generic and trade names, medication forms, dose, administration, action, and contraindications for oral glucose 24.e. Evaluate the need for medical direction in the emergency medical care of the diabetic patient 25. Provide care for patients with allergic reactions 25.1. by answering related to the learning objectives on a written exam 25.2. through a practical or simulated skill demonstration in the lab 25.3. by participating in an online discussion on various scenarios 25.1. you demonstrate the emergency medical care of the patient experiencing an allergic reaction 25.2. you demonstrate the use of epinephrine auto-injector 25.3. you demonstrate the assessment and documentation of patient response to an epinephrine injection 25.4. you demonstrate proper disposal of equipment 25.5. you create a management plan to include evaluation and treatment of an adult patient experiencing an anaphylactic reaction. 25.6. you create a management plan to include evaluation and treatment of a pediatric patient experiencing an anaphylactic reaction. 25.7. you demonstrate completing a prehospital care report for patients with allergic emergencies 25.8. you perform all critical steps according the checklist provided by your instructor 25.9. you achieve at least 78% on the written exam 25.10. discussion post is made on or before the due date 25.11. discussion response is well developed and fully addresses all aspects and in the case 25.12. discussion response makes connections between the case situation and readings, other course content, 25.13. discussion response includes factual information, supporting details, and examples 25.14. discussion response includes appropriate vocabulary and writing style, is clear and concise, and Course Outcome Summary - Page 16 of 25
25.15. discussion post includes responding to other classmates, providing thoughtful comments and raising 25.a. List various ways that poisons enter the body 25.b. List signs/symptoms associated with an allergic reaction 25.c. Discuss the emergency medical care for the patient with possible allergic reaction 25.d. Describe the steps in the emergency medical care for the patient with suspectec allergic reaction 25.e. Establish the relationship between the patient suffering from anaphylaxis and airway management 25.f. State the generic and trade names, indications, contraindications, medication form, dose, administration, actions, side effects and re-assessment strategies for epinephrine 25.g. Recognize the need for medical direction in caring for the patient with an allergic reaction 26. Provide care for patients with poisoning emergencies 26.1. by answering related to the learning objectives on a written exam 26.2. through a practical or simulated skill demonstration in the lab 26.3. by participating in an online discussion on various scenarios 26.1. you demonstrate the steps in the emergency medical care for the patient with possible overdose 26.2. you demonstrate the steps in the emergency medical care for the patient with suspected poisoning 26.3. you perform the necessary steps required to provide a patient with activated charcoal 26.4. you demonstrate the assessment and documentation of patient response 26.5. you demonstrate proper disposal of the equipment for the administration of activated charcoal 26.6. you demonstrate completing a prehospital care report for patients with a poisoning/overdose emergency 26.7. you perform all critical steps according the checklist provided by your instructor 26.8. you achieve at least 78% on the written exam 26.9. discussion post is made on or before the due date 26.10. discussion response is well developed and fully addresses all aspects and in the case 26.11. discussion response makes connections between the case situation and readings, other course content, 26.12. discussion response includes factual information, supporting details, and examples 26.13. discussion response includes appropriate vocabulary and writing style, is clear and concise, and 26.14. discussion post includes responding to other classmates, providing thoughtful comments and raising 26.a. List various ways that poisons enter the body 26.b. List signs/symptoms associated with poisoning 26.c. Discuss the emergency medical care for the patient with possible overdose 26.d. Describe the steps in the emergency medical care for the patient with suspected poisoning 26.e. Establish the relationship between the patient suffering from poisoning or overdose and airway management 26.f. State the generic and trade names, indications, contraindications, medication form, dose, administration, actions, side effects and re-assessment strategies for activated charcoal 26.g. Recognize the need for medical direction in caring for the patient with poisoning or overdose 27. Provide care for patients with environmental emergencies 27.1. by answering related to the learning objectives on a written exam 27.2. through a practical or simulated skill demonstration in the lab 27.3. by participating in an online discussion on various scenarios Course Outcome Summary - Page 17 of 25