EMSE1176 — Advanced Life Support Practicum II
EMSE 1176 - Advanced Life Support Practicum II EMSE 1176 - Advanced Life Support Practicum II Hours/Week: Lecture None Lab 9 Course Description: This practicum provides the student with opportunities for entry-level paramedic care with a community-based ambulance provider. Under instructor and preceptor guidance, the student will synthesize and apply theories and skills learned throughout the program. Emphasis will be placed upon team leading, critical thinking, prioritization, assessment, therapeutic communication, and life-saving interventions. Students must be able to perform physical tasks to complete course requirements. This course requires Minnesota Human Services and National background studies with no restrictions; current state EMT certification; current AHA BLS Provider certification; required immunizations; and current healthcare insurance. MnTC Goals None Major Content Patient Assessment & Management Anatomy and physiology Pathophysiology Epidemiology Health screening Standing operating procedures Assess patients of all ages Manage patient care - both medical and trauma Participate in care of patient Participate under supervision of preceptor and/or faculty Skills Development Perform basic life support skills Initiate peripheral IVs Manage ABC’s Apply EKG leads Interpret rhythms Cardiovert/defibrillate Prepare and administer medications Follow universal precautions Function as team leader Perform at level of entry level paramedic Therapeutic communication Scene l
Prerequisites: EMSE1170