EMS 211 - AEMT Intermediate I

4 Credit(s)

Prerequisite(s):

Current Oregon EMT licensure. This is a special admission course and requires completion of an application process prior to admission. Prior to clinical experience a criminal background check and drug screen must be completed. Concurrent enrollment in EMS211 and EMS 211L is required.

Corequisite(s):

EMS 211L

Course Description: EMS211 is the first section of a course that prepares individuals for National Registry certification as Advanced EMT and licensure in Oregon as an Emergency Medical Technician - Intermediate. The course will develop a student’s ability to recognize and treat the symptoms of illness and injury in the pre-hospital setting.

Course Learning Outcomes:

CLO#1: Outline and apply key principles of emergency care according to Advanced EMT education guidelines.
CLO#2: Apply concepts learned in the classroom to the assessment and management of simulated patients in the lab setting. (ILO: Critical Thinking)
CLO#3: Demonstrate effective teamwork in managing simulated emergency scenarios.
CLO#4: Outline and implement self-care strategies for persons who intervene in emergency situations. Formulate a plan of self-care.

Typical Course Content:

Module	Subject
1	Course Orientation and State Paperwork
	A-EMT Practices, Wellness, and EMS System
2	Principles of Pharmacology & Medication Admin
	Lab: Medications & Administration
3	Human Body Systems (Chemical - Respiratory)
	Human Body Systems (Cardiovascular-Summary)
4	Pathophysiology: Impairments of Homeostasis
	Lab: Basic Skills Assessment; IV & IO
5	Communication, Pt Assess, & Critical Thinking
	History and Pt Assessment
6	Airway Management, Ventilation, and Oxygenation
	Lab: Vital Signs and Monitoring, Airway, IV & IO
7	Trauma Systems, Incident Command, Multi-Systems
	Lab: Vital Signs and Monitoring, Airway, IV & IO
8	Managing Shock, Soft-Tissue Injuries, Bones
	Lab: Vital Signs and Monitoring, Airway, IV & IO
9	Head, Brain, Face, Neck Trauma & Spine Injuries
	Lab
10	Thoracic & Abdominal Trauma, Environmental
	Lab: Vital Signs and Monitoring, Airway, IV & IO
11	Final Written Exam - Term 1 Review
	Final Skills Lab Exam

ACTI Code and Course Type
210 Career / Tech Preparatory

Length of Course:
A required state minimum of (40) and a standard RCC delivery of (44) lecture hours per term, not to exceed (48) hours per term.