Southern State Community College
Curriculum Committee – October 2005
EMTP 105 – EMS Operations
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I.
COURSE TITLE:
EMS Operations
COURSE NUMBER:
105
CATALOG PREFIX:
EMTP
II.
PREREQUISITE(S):
Completion of an Ohio approved EMT-Basic class
III.
CREDIT HOURS: 8
LABORATORY HOURS: 1
IV.
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
LECTURE HOURS:
7
OBSERVATION HOURS:
An in-depth study of topics affecting EMS operations. Topics covered include
legal/ethical issues, research as it applies to EMS, multiple casualty incident
management, hazardous materials incident management, rescue operations, and
EMS response to terrorism. Other topics of interest to the students may be
incorporated as time allows.
V.
ADOPTED TEXT(S):
Paramedic Care: Principles & Practice Introduction to Advanced Prehospital Care
By:
Bledsoe, Bryan E.; Porter, Robert S.; Cherry, Richard A.
Brady / Prentice Hall Health, Publisher, 2nd edition
ISBN# 0-13-117819-9
Paramedic Care: Principles & Practice Special Consideration / Operations
By:
Bledsoe, Bryan E.; Porter, Robert S.; Cherry, Richard A.
Brady / Prentice Hall Health, Publisher, 2nd edition
ISBN# 0-13-117841-5
VI.
GRADING:
Students will be required to complete a written exam at the times designated by
the course instructor. A research project will also be required.
The student will also be graded on his/her performance of the competency based
skills. A grade of “S” will be recorded for satisfactory performance and a grade of
“U” will be recorded for unsatisfactory performance.
Grading will be accorded using the following schedule:
A= 93 - 100
B= 85 - 92
C= 76 - 84
F= 0 - 75
Honesty and integrity are major elements in professional behavior and are
expected of each health sciences student. Cheating is considered unacceptable
behavior within all health sciences courses. Students having academic difficulties
should seek guidance assistance from the instructor, academic advisor, or college
counselor.
A student observed or found to be cheating on a test or assignment in any health
sciences course will be give a “zero” on the test or assignment. A written report of
the incident, signed by the instructor and the student, will be placed in the
student’s file. This notice will remain on file and in effect for the remainder of the
student’s enrollment in the health sciences division. Should a second incident of
cheating occur in any health sciences division course, the student will be given a
failing grade for the course and will be dismissed from the health sciences
division for one year.
VII.
COURSE METHODOLOGY:
Lecture, discussion, video, skill demonstration, and practical scenarios will be
utilized as appropriate to the course objectives.
VIII. COURSE OBJECTIVES:
Legal / Ethical Issues
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Describe two general categories of law in the United States
Describe the medical practice act and its implications in out-of-hospital
care
Define a “Living Will” and a “Durable Power of Attorney for Health
Care”
Discuss the concept of “Standard of Care” as it applies to out-of-hospital
care
List and define the four components required to prove negligence in a
malpractice proceeding
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Discuss the following types of consent:
Expressed consent
Implied consent
Involuntary consent
Discuss the application of the EMT Code of Ethics in specific patient care
situations
Define abandonment as it relates to out-of-hospital care
Identify factors affecting resuscitation decisions in the out-of-hospital
setting
EMS Research
1.
2.
3.
4.
Describe the role of field EMS providers in EMS research
Define the following terms:
Population
Parameter
Sample
Selection bias
Observation bias
Variable
Mean
Median
Mode
Standard deviation
Describe the steps involved in designing and conducting research in EMS
Identify problems associated with conducting out-of-hospital research
Multiple Casualty Incident Management
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2.
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Define multiple casualty incident (MCI)
Explain the steps of a systematic approach to an MCI
List the roles of first and subsequent responders to an MCI
Explain the responsibilities of an Incident Commander
Describe the sectors that are used at MCIs and explain the responsibilities
of each sector
Differentiate between triage and treatment at an MCI
Define START triage and discuss how the four components are
implemented
Explain the communication system requirements of an MCI
Explain the importance of plans and procedures in responding to an MCI
Hazardous Materials Incident Management
1.
2.
3.
Define the term hazardous material
Describe the means of identifying hazardous materials
Describe the EMS providers’ role at a hazardous materials incident
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Given an incident’s scene diagram, label and describe the three safety
zones in a hazardous materials response
Identify the appropriate personal protective equipment required when
responding to specific hazardous materials incidents
Describe the emergency management of patients who have been
contaminated with hazardous materials
List the resources for identifying and managing hazardous materials
situations
Describe the emergency management of patients who have been exposed
to radiation
Rescue Operations
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2.
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Discuss the significance of rescue safety
List the items required for personal and patient safety during a rescue
Describe the role of the safety officer
Describe the phases of a rescue operation and discuss the key elements of
each phase
Identify and discuss principles for scene evaluation and control as related
to the following potential hazards:
Traffic
Environmental protection
Fire
Electrical
Glass and plastic hazards
Bumper and shock absorbers
Unstable vehicle hazards
Name the major responsibilities of the EMS provider in providing onscene medical care during a rescue
Identify some of the scenarios that an EMS unit should consider in
compiling a rescue resource list
EMS Response to Terrorism
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List and describe the five most common types of terrorism incidents
Define the term secondary device
List precautions that should be taken by an EMS provider regarding
secondary devices
List several types of events that should trigger an EMS provider’s
suspicion of possible terrorism involvement
List the seven types of harm that result from a terrorism incident and the
seven-letter acronym for these types of harm
Discuss the concept of time, distance, and shielding
Discuss several self-protection measures for biological incidents
Discuss the tactics for isolation, notification, identification, and protection
IX.
COURSE OUTLINE:
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Legal / Ethical Issues
EMS Research
Multiple Casualty Incident Management
Hazardous Materials Incident Management
Rescue Operations
EMS Response to Terrorism
X.
OTHER REQUIRED TEXTS AND MATERIALS:
XI.
EVALUATION:
There will be a total of three 100 point examinations and a research project.
Students are expected to achieve a score of at least 76 on each exam. Students
who achieve a score of less than 76 on an exam may complete a retest of the exam
for a maximum score of 76. A student may not retest more than one exam. Any
retests must be scheduled with the instructor outside of regular class time and
must be completed within one week of notification of results.
Quizzes may be given at the instructor’s discretion. No retests will be offered on
quizzes.
An “S” grade is required on the evaluation of each skill discussed and
demonstrated. Failure to achieve an “S” grade within three attempts or within ten
days of the assigned date will result in a “U” grade for the skill and an “F” for the
course, regardless of the theory grade achieved.
The final course grade will be calculated by averaging the grades of the
examinations (75%) and the project (25%).
XII.
SPECIFIC MANAGEMENT REQUIREMENTS:
To meet the objectives of the course, students must attend all scheduled classes.
At the beginning of the quarter, all instructors will pass out a class schedule that
lists all class meetings. If a student must miss a class due to extenuating
circumstances, then the student is expected to call and inform the instructor by
either talking with the instructor or leaving a message should the instructor not be
available.
Students will be allowed two class absences. Unexcused absences over two times
will result in a drop of one letter grade from the final grade, i.e. the third absence
would reduce a final grade of “A” to a “B.” Two instances of significant
tardiness or leaving early will be considered equivalent to an absence for purposes
of this calculation.
Any student who misses a scheduled competency, either demonstration or checkoff, must make an appointment with the instructor within one week of return to
school to make up this portion of class. Failure to do so will result in a “U” for the
competency, therefore, failure for the course. It is the student’s responsibility to
make these arrangements.
Note: Work submitted in this class may be seen by others. Others may see your
work when being distributed, during group project work, or if it is chosen for
demonstration purposes. Other instructors may also see you work during the
evaluation/feedback process. There is also a possibility that your papers may be
submitted electronically to other entities to determine if references are cited
appropriately.
Need for assistance: If you have any condition or situation which will make it
difficult for you to carry out the work as outlined, please notify me as soon as
possible. Students with disabilities may contact the Disabilities Service Office,
Central Campus at 800-628-7722 or 937-393-3431, Ext. 2604 or contact
jgilmore@sscc.edu.