EMTP1061 — Patient Assessment and EPCR Lab
EMTP 1061 - Patient Assessment and EPCR Lab EMTP 1061 - Patient Assessment and EPCR Lab Description This course is taught in conjunction with EMTP 1051 . Students will participate in lab evaluation and assessment of a variety of illnesses and then properly document them in the EPCR. Both proper patient assessment and documentation will be stressed during this lab class. Students demonstrate information literacy. Standard Practices Topics list Performing a rapid full-body scan Focused assessment of pain Assessment of vital signs Techniques of physical examination Respiratory system Presence of breath sounds Cardiovascular system Neurologic system Musculoskeletal system Techniques of physical examination for all major Body systems Anatomic regions Assessment of Lung sounds Learning activities Perform the skills necessary for treating respiratory emergencies. Discuss how assessment-based management contributes to effective patient and scene assessment. List the key elements of paramedic practice. Describe factors that affect assessment and decision making in the prehospital setting. Outline effective techniques for scene and patient assessment and choreography Identify essential take-in equipment for general and selected patient situations Outline strategies for patient approach that promote an effective patient encounter Discuss the limitations of protocols, standing orders, and patient care algorithms Outline the key components of the critical-thinking process for paramedics D