EMSP2804 — Paramedic III Capstone
4 Credits This course serves as the capstone experience of the Paramedic Program. Under the supervision of a preceptor, students function as team leaders during field internships, integrating all cognitive, psychomotor, and affective competencies. Emphasis is placed on clinical decision-making, scene leadership, interprofessional collaboration, and preparation for the National Registry Paramedic examination. (PLO 5,6,9) Integrate assessment findings with complex pathophysiology, cardiology, and pharmacology to formulate, prioritize, and execute evidence-based treatment plans during field encounters. (PLO 1,2,4) Demonstrate independent clinical judgment and leadership in high-acuity, rapidly evolving situations, including critically ill and multi-system trauma patients. (PLO 1,4,5) Manage advanced airway, cardiovascular, trauma, and pharmacologic interventions independently under preceptor supervision while meeting paramedic scope and safety standards. (PLO 3,9) Evaluate patient response to interventions and modify treatment plans dynamically based on clinical reasoning, protocols, and changing patient conditions. (PLO 4, 9) Communicate effectively with EMS partners, medical control, healthcare teams, patients, and families through structured reports, therapeutic communication, and interprofessional collaboration. (PLO 6) Document assessment findings, interventions, medical decision-making, and
Prerequisites: EMSP2215