Syllabus for First Aid
MVSC 213
Spring 2011
Instructor: Pat Kimmick
Phone: (575) 494-0755
Office Hours: call to make an appointment
Office Location: Martinez 212
Email: kimmickp@wmnu.edu
COURSE CATALOG DESCRIPTION: Development of skills and knowledge necessary in
an emergency to help sustain life, reduce pain, and minimize the consequences of injury or
sudden illness until more advanced care arrives. Successful completion of course includes
American Red Cross certification. (2)
TEXTBOOKS AND SUPPLIES:
Required texts are as follows:
American Red Cross. (2006) First Aid/CPR/AED for the Workplace workbook
American Red Cross. (2006) First Aid/CPR/AED for Schools and the Community
INSTRUCTIONAL OBJECTIVES/STUDENT COMPETENCIES:
At the conclusion of this course, you will be able to:
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Have a basic understanding of the Emergency Response System (EMS) and your role
within this system
Demonstrate how to protect the victim and yourself in an emergency
Identify the signs of a choking victim, inadequate breathing, and signs related to heart
attack, stroke, and cardiac arrest
Demonstrate how to properly perform Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) on
infants, children and adults
Demonstrate the proper use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED)
Identify the chain of survival as presented by the American Red Cross
Identify the risks and take necessary precautions when dealing with blood borne
pathogens and other possible infectious materials/fluids
Demonstrate proper gloving and removal methods
Interpret dangerous situations and respond accordingly
Abide by the Good Samaritan Act
Practice correct personal hygiene to ensure your safety as well as others
Demonstrate basic splinting techniques using a variety of materials
Special Needs Students: Students with disabilities in need of accommodation should register
with the Special Needs Office (JUANCB 210, Ext. 6498) at the beginning of the semester. With
student permission, that office will notify instructors of any special equipment or services a
student requires.
Communication Policy Statement regarding official email: WNMU’s policy requires that all
official communications be sent via Mustang Express. As a result, all emails related to your
enrollment at WNMU and class communication – including changes in assignments and grades - will be sent to your wnmu.edu email address. It is very important that you access your
Mustang Express email periodically to check for correspondence from the University. If you
receive most of your email at a different address you can forward your messages from Mustang
Express to your other address.
Example: Martin Classmember was assigned a WNMU email address of
classmemberm12@wnmu.edu but Martin would rather receive his emails at his home email
address of martinclass@yahoo.com
Martin would follow the direction provided at
http://www.wnmu.edu/campusdocs/direction%20forwarding%20email.htm
WNMU Policy on Email Passwords: WNMU requires that passwords for access to all of the
protected software, programs, and applications will be robust, including complexity in the
number of characters required, the combination of characters required, and the frequency in
which passwords are required to be changed. Minimum complexity shall include:
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Passwords shall contain at least (6) characters
Passwords shall contain at least one capital (upper case) letter, and at least one symbol
(numbers and characters such as @#%&*)
Passwords shall be changed at least every 90 days.
Academic Integrity Policy and Procedures: Each student shall observe standards of honesty
and integrity in academic work as defined in the WNMU catalog. Violations of academic
integrity include “any behavior that misrepresents or falsifies a student’s knowledge, skills, or
ability with the goal of unjustified or illegitimate evaluation or gain” (WNMU Faculty
Handbook, 2008). Generally violations of the academic integrity include cheating and
plagiarism. Refer to the 08-09 catalog for policy and definitions on pages 60 and 61.
Cheating: “using or attempting to use unauthorized materials…and unauthorized collaboration
with others, copying the work of another or any action the presents the work of others to
misrepresent the student’s knowledge” (WNMU Faculty Handbook, 2008). Penalties for
infractions of “cheating” in this class are as follows:
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First Infraction – student will receive a “zero” or “no credit” for the assignment
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Subsequent Infractions – shall result in an automatic failure of the course
Plagiarism: “the intentional or unintentional representation of another’s work as one’s own
without proper acknowledgement of the original author or creator of the work” (WNMU Faculty
Handbook, 2008). Penalties for infractions of “plagiarism” in this class are as follows:
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First Infraction – The instructor will meet with the student to determine if the offense was
due to lack of instruction.
Second Infraction – The instructor will meet with the student to review the issue and
subsequently file the Faculty Adjudication Form with the Academic Integrity Panel
(AIP). The faculty will determine the action at this time in accordance with the
information found in the 2008-2009 WNMU catalog (page 60 for undergraduate, and 369
for graduate students).
Class Procedures for Inclement Weather: The decision on whether to close the University
will be based on the condition of the campus streets and parking lots and the surrounding main
arteries. Weather closing/delay information will be made available via WNMU web page,
WNMU Mustang Express, radio stations, and TV stations. Students will be informed of
weather-related classroom decisions using the following procedures:
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Weather closing or delay of classes – students will be informed of such decisions via
email, phone. Or posting on Mustang Express; a phone tree may be used; in case of class
cancellations, professor will cover missed material in subsequent classes;
Weather is bad but remains open – class will be held for those that are able to get to class;
alternative arrangements will be made to catch up students on work missed;
Instructor is unable to make it to campus due to weather – students will be informed via
email, phone, or posting on Mustang Express; a phone tree may be used; instructor will
cover missed materials in subsequent classes;
Delays or closures during final exam week – students whose exams are canceled will be
contacted to schedule make-up exams or alternative arrangements
Vision Statement
To ignite and nurture a spirit of learning for both educator and student
Philosophy Statements
1. Educators recognize, accept, value, and promote diverse ideas, languages, and cultures.
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A major portion of First Aid is acknowledging difference, appreciating
differences, and supporting differences within a diverse classroom setting.
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Learners demonstrate recognition and promotion of issues related to diverse ideas
and backgrounds through feedback that they give to and receive back from each
other and instructor.
2. Educators stress quality programs aligned with professional and state standards that
produce exemplary results.
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Learners demonstrate alignment with professional and state standards through their
development of skills which support both professional and state standards
3. Educators integrate theoretical knowledge into the world of practice through field-based
experiences and reflection.
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Students will develop their skills based upon the best practices identified in theory
and proven in the field.
Students will further reflect upon theory and its application in practice through
extensive scenario practice and class discussions.
4. Educators possess the skills and knowledge to effectively collaborate with parents,
professionals-both within and across schools and agencies-and other community
stakeholders.
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First Aid skills are strengthened through collaboration with colleagues, parents, and
students. Students will address these issues in the development of their skills and
standardized assessment.
5. Educators advocate for equitable access and model thoughtful, effective, integrated use of
technology resources.
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Videos will be used to support and reinforce course materials and discussions.
Videos and manikins will be used to support learning, and help students understand
the application of skills to the real world.
Students will facilitate one another’s learning by creating scenarios, prompting, and
practicing skills together with positive feedback.
Mission Statements
Facilitating Active, Participatory Decision Making
Learners will participate in discussions, role-plays, and other activities designed to foster
constructive feedback and communication between the students. The instructor supports
this. Assessment is based upon the completion of standardized tests, participation in
class activities and discussions, role-playing different scenarios, and performance on
necessary skills required to perform CPR and First AID.
Maximizing Opportunities for Student Thinking and Achievement
Students will practice skills throughout the semester. They will design their own
scenarios and determine the correct skills to be performed based upon the information of
their scenarios. Students will provide feedback to each other to increase awareness of the
chain of survival and necessary skills needed to perform CPR and First Aid.