EMSP1205 — Introduction to Paramedics
EMSP 1205 - Introduction to Paramedics EMSP 1205 - Introduction to Paramedics Hours/Week: Lecture 1 Lab None Course Description: This course introduces the student to the roles, responsibilities, and ethics of a paramedic. Students will gain a comprehensive understanding of EMS systems, medical-legal issues, ethics in medicine, and the safety and well-being of a paramedic. This course also provides students with an overview of research in EMS along with an orientation to the paramedic program and an assessment of their physical agility pertinent to EMS duties. 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 AHA BLS Provider certification; current State EMT certification; current healthcare insurance. MnTC Goals None Major Content Program Student handbook Program structure and flow Student expectations Workforce Safety and Wellness Provider safety and well being Standard safety precautions OSHA blood and airborne compliance Prevention of work-related injuries Lifting and moving a patient Wellness principles Research in EMS Research principles in EMS Literature review Advocate evidence-based practice EMS Systems History of EMS EMS Systems Roles, responsibilities, and professionalism of EMS personnel Quality improvement methods Patient safety Medical/Legal/Ethics Consent/refusal of care Confidentiality Advanced directives Tort and criminal