EMSE 205 Trauma Emergencies*

This course is an in-depth lecture of module 4 of the 1998 US DOT National Standard EMT-P Curriculum and the National EMS Education Standards. Topics include trauma care.

Credits

3 Credits

Semester Contact Hours Lecture

45

Semester Contact Hours Lab

0

Semester Contact Hours Clinical

0

Prerequisite

BIOL 227, BIOL 228 and Acceptance to the Paramedic Program

EMSE 205Trauma Emergencies*

Please note: This is not a course syllabus. A course syllabus is unique to a particular section of a course by instructor. This curriculum guide provides general information about a course.

I. General Information

Department

Health Science and Human Services Technical

II. Course Specification

Course Type

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Credit Hours Narrative

3 Credits

Semester Contact Hours Lecture

45

Semester Contact Hours Lab

0

Semester Contact Hours Clinical

0

Prerequisite Narrative

BIOL 227, BIOL 228 and Acceptance to the Paramedic Program

Corequisite Narrative

EMSE 201, EMSE 202, EMSE 203, EMSE 204, EMSE 251L, EMSE 271C

Repeatable

No

III. Catalog Course Description

This course is an in-depth lecture of module 4 of the 1998 US DOT National Standard EMT-P Curriculum and the National EMS Education Standards. Topics include trauma care.

IV. Student Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this course, a student will be able to:

  • Properly triage the trauma patient in the field.  
  • Address and formulate a comprehensive treatment plan for the trauma patient.  
  • Distinguish different treatment plans for trauma for special populations.  
  • Demonstrate a basic working knowledge of Trauma on the entire system.  

V. Topical Outline (Course Content)

A.      Trauma

VI. Delivery Methodologies

Assessment Strategy Narrative

Measurement of the cognitive objectives will include traditional quizzes, tests, and exams in a multiple choice, fill in the blank, short answer and/or essay format, primarily in the classroom setting.  The psychomotor objectives will be measured through standardized skill sheet check-off forms and role playing scenarios.

Specific Course Activity Assignment or Assessment Requirements

Prehospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS)

Written Final Test