Course Learning Objectives:
Airway
Review the anatomy of the airway and the physiology of ventilation
Discuss the use of capnography to assess a patient’s ventilatory status
Recognize methods to provide oxygenation to a patient
Cardiology
Comprehend cardiac arrest management for the adult and pediatric patient.
Differentiate cardiac conditions associated with assessment findings in a patient
Identify signs and symptoms of abnormal neurologic function
Trauma
Identify methods to effectively triage patients in the prehospital setting
Explain hemorrhage control management
Discuss the management of CNS injuries
Medical
Comprehend the assessment of patients with a medical condition
Review anatomy and physiology changes of the obstetric patient
Identify patients with special healthcare needs
Discuss the management of patients with infectious disease
Describe safe and effective methods of medication delivery
Identify signs and symptoms of patients with a psychiatric condition
Describe assessment findings of patients exposed to toxidromes
Recognize methods used to treat endocrine disorders
Operations
Describe how crew resource management enhances patient and provider safety
Identify the risks associated with emergency vehicle operations
Recognize methods for safe and effective patient transport
Identify methods for implementing a culture of safety
Describe the importance of research and evidence-based guidelines in the prehospital setting.