EMSA 2565 - Paramedic Lecture 3

Credit Hours: 3.00

Objectives:

1. Describe the role of the nephrology system in its function in pH and electrolyte balance, blood pressure maintenance, and elimination of toxins.
2. Explain the basic components and functions of the immune system, including innate and adaptive immunity, and their roles in protecting the body from pathogens
3. Explain the pathophysiology of common hematologic conditions, such as anemia, sickle cell disease, hemophilia and clotting disorders.
4. Describe the pathophysiology, signs and symptoms, and treatment of common neurological emergencies.
5. Explain the pathophysiology, signs and symptoms, and treatment of common infectious diseases.

Outcome 2: Upon completion of this course, students will be able to summarize the appropriate assessment of the OB/GYN patient. 

Objectives:

1. Discuss the physiology of human reproduction.
2. Explain the assessment and care of gynecological emergencies.
3. Discuss physiological changes in the pregnant woman and how they influence prehospital care decisions.

Outcome 3: Upon completion of this course, students will be able to summarize the appropriate management of the OB/GYN patient. 

Objectives:

1. Demonstrate proficiency in managing labor and delivery in the prehospital setting, including normal and complicated births
2. Identify and treat complications associated with post-partum women.
3. Conduct a newborn assessment using the APGAR scale.
4. Perform neonatal resuscitation according to current guidelines.

Outcome 4:

Upon completion of this course, students will be able to explain pediatric anatomy and physiology.

Objectives:

1. Summarize the physiological and anatomical differences between pediatric and adult patients.
2. Identify signs of pediatric medical emergencies
3. Discuss various mechanisms of injury of trauma in pediatric patients and how they differ from the adult trauma patient.

Outcome 5: Upon completion of this course, students will be able to perform pediatric assessment and management.

Objectives:

1. Demonstrate the modification of treatment to accommodate the physiologic differences in pediatric patients.
2. Discuss the most common causes of trauma in pediatric patients and appropriate management for each.
3. Identify signs of pediatric medical emergencies and perform appropriate interventions for each.

Outcome 6: Upon completion of this course, students will be able to adapt therapeutic communication to pediatric patients and family.

1. Demonstrate techniques for calming and communicating therapeutically with pediatric patients, considering their age, developmental stage, and anxiety levels.
2. Identify and address signs of pediatric anxiety and distress
3. Maintain professional and compassionate communication in all scenarios

• Communication: The graduate can communicate effectively for the intended purpose and audience.
• Critical Thinking: The graduate can make informed decisions after analyzing information or evidence related to the issue.
• Global Literacy: The graduate can analyze human behavior or experiences through cultural, social, political, or economic perspectives.
• Information Literacy: The graduate can responsibly use information gathered from a variety of formats in order to complete a task.
• Quantitative Reasoning: The graduate can apply quantitative methods or evidence to solve problems or make judgments.
• Scientific Literacy: The graduate can produce or interpret scientific information presented in a variety of formats.

Module 2: Gynecology, Obstetrics, Labor and Deliver, and Neonatology

Module 3: Pediatrics and Lifespan Development

Module 4: Endocrinology

Module 5: Hematology and Immunology

Module 6: Neurology

Module 7: Nontraumatic Musculoskeletal Emergencies and Toxicology