Course

10-531-921 Special Patient Populations
Course Information
Description
This course teaches the paramedic student to integrate assessment findings with principles of anatomy, physiology, epidemiology, and pathophysiology across the lifespan. The paramedic student will learn to formulate a field impression and implement a comprehensive treatment plan for patients with special needs.
Total Credits
3
Course Competencies (Course Outcomes)
  1. Analyze the pathophysiology, assessment findings, and management of gynecological conditions/emergencies
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written or Graphic Assessment
    Criteria
    answer questions related to the learning objectives on a test
    achieve the threshold identified by your Training Center on the assessment

  2. Summarize the pathophysiology, assessment, and management of obstetrical complications
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written or Graphic Assessment
    Criteria
    answer questions related to the learning objectives on a test
    achieve the threshold identified by your Training Center on the assessment

  3. Outline components of neonatal and pediatric care
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written or Graphic Assessment
    Criteria
    answer questions related to the learning objectives on a test
    achieve the threshold identified by your Training Center on the assessment

  4. Outline components of geriatric care
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written or Graphic Assessment
    Criteria
    answer questions related to the learning objectives on a test
    achieve the threshold identified by your Training Center on the assessment

  5. Differentiate the care of patients with special challenges
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written or Graphic Assessment
    Criteria
    answer questions related to the learning objectives on a test
    achieve the threshold identified by your Training Center on the assessment

  6. Identify special considerations for working with patients in trauma
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written or Graphic Assessment
    Criteria
    answer questions related to the learning objectives on a test
    achieve the threshold identified by your Training Center on the assessment

  7. Demonstrate care for a special population patient
    Assessment Strategies
    Skill Demonstration
    Criteria
    follow the published protocol provided by your Training Center