BARTON COMMUNITY COLLEGE COURSE SYLLABUS General Course Information Course Number: EMTS 1541 Course Paramedic II Credit Hours: 3-12 Prerequisite: Paramedic I and Consent of Instructor Division and Discipline: Workforce Training and Community Education / Emergency Medical Services Education Program Description This program is intended to make the student of Emergency Medical Services as a total systems concept. It further identifies the Paramedic concept, function, roles and responsibilities of the Paramedic within the system as well as the legal aspects of prehospital medicine and an introduction to legislation affecting prehospital medicine. This program will also expose the student to the basics of anatomy and physiology of the human body, including: basic chemistry and biochemistry through cellular and body systems structure, mechanisms of human physiology to systems application. All aspects of communications will be reviewed, to include medical terminology, radio technology, verbal and written communication. Along with body fluids and electrolytes, acid-base balance and parenteral therapy, the program covers the physiologic effects and clinical applications for pharmacology in the prehospital setting. This program also will teach the student to recognize, assess, and manage emergency situations that result from external mechanisms of injury and the pathophysiology involved in traumatic injuries. As per K.A.R. 109-11-6d “Each approved Paramedic course shall meet or exceed the requirements outlined in the department of transportation course guide HS 900 088 as in effect on January 1, 1989. Effective on and after January 1, 2003, each approved Paramedic course shall also meet or exceed the requirements outlined in the department of transportation course guide HS 808 862, which is adopted by reference in K.A.R. Course Description This course provides students with the pathophysiology, recognition and management of acute and chronic cardiovascular disease processes. Basic interpretation of electrocardiography and introduced to the twelve-lead electrocardiogram as it applies to diagnosis of acute myocardial infarction. The course covers the diagnosis, etiology and field treatment of patients of various medical emergencies. This course adheres to Kansas Administrative Regulations (K.A.R.), Article 10 Section 109-10-5. Variable Credit: Variable credit will be used as part of the Registered Nurse bridge program. Upon entry into the program each RN will have their
experience assessed and compared with the course objectives. The objectives that have not been met based upon experience will require that the RN attends those class sessions and the credit hours will be based on the total number of contact hours required for each RN. The Barton Community College (Barton) Paramedic Training program has been evaluated and certified by the BEMS education and training division to conduct paramedic training programs, evaluate the student’s progress, and ultimately recommend students to sit for the National Registry of EMT-P examination. These three responsibilities are taken seriously and all members of the Barton Paramedic program constantly endeavor to assure quality training, professionalism, and sound judgment in student instruction, evaluation, and board recommendations. The paramedic is a health care professional. While much of the material in the curriculum is peripheral to many of the psychomotor skills, this knowledge is essential for paramedics to learn if they are to continue working under written standing orders or physician orders. This knowledge is also vital should direct communications be interrupted and to provide long-term academic base for continuing education. Primary Program Goal: To prepare students to become competent entry-level Paramedics that meet both and national expectations within the profession. Objective 1A: Upon graduation, the graduate will demonstrate the ability to comprehend, apply, and evaluate clinical information relevant to their role of an entry-level Paramedic. Objective 2A: Upon graduation, the graduate will demonstrate technical proficiency in all skills necessary to fulfill the role of an entry-level Paramedic. Objective 3A: Upon graduation, the graduate will demonstrate personal behaviors consistent with professional and employer expectations of an entry-level Paramedic. Supplemental Competencies This course will contain information and skills practice opportunities which enable a properly motivated participant to:
A. General Safety All student performances in the classroom, clinical setting, and field internship site shall be overseen by the instructors, training assistants, and/or preceptor. Each student shall address any problem or concern that he/she may have regarding his/her safety immediately to the individual directly involved with the training. All students will perform with normal regard for personal safety as well as the safety of patients, partners, and others involved. At NO TIME shall the student perform any action that he or the preceptor deems unsafe or that the student/preceptor feels is an inappropriate action. Any student that has an infectious disease (common cold, flu, hepatitis, etc.) shall not be allowed to participate in activities in which others might be infected. The student is responsible for any class make-up time this might cause. If a student misses two (2) or more consecutive classes due to illness or injury, they must present a medical release from a physician to return to class. Any student with a history of chronic health problems, pregnancy, recent surgery, or back injury will be required to present a medical release from a physician. The instructor has the option at all times to request such a release or an update on a prior release. If the student is injured or develops health problems, that prevent him/her from actively participating in the program during the course of the class, the student shall present a medical release prior to continuing. At any time a student suffers an injury requiring medical care, while functioning as a paramedic student, the student shall report the incident to the preceptor who will in turn make a report to the I/C. A written incident report of the occurrence must be made within 48 hours. All incidents will be reported by the I/C to the EMS Education Coordinator. B. Treatment of Patients with Infectious Diseases Efforts shall be made by the college and the medical facility to provide students adequate education and training regarding the handling of patients with infectious disease. Students with special health problems or needs who are assigned to work with patients with infectious diseases shall have the responsibility for discussing the issue wit the instructor and providing such medical history or information as requested of him/her. C. Students with Infectious Diseases Any student is expected to advise the instructor or any official of the school that he/she has been diagnosed as having any infectious disease, such as AIDS, tuberculosis, or