EMS 2530 - Pediatric and OB/GYN
1 Credits
Provides comprehensive instruction on obstetrical emergencies, childbirth, pediatric assessment, evaluation and stabilization. This course consists of discussion and hands-on practice of simulated childbirth, neonatal resuscitation, pediatric advanced life support and medical emergency evaluation of the pediatric patient. Pediatric medical emergencies and trauma are also discussed. This course incorporates material outlined in the American Heart Association Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS course, and certification is available to those successfully completing the requirements..
Pre-Requisites EMS 2460
Major Content Areas
Complications of Childbirth 10% Childhood Diseases, Care and Treatment 10% Medical Emergencies and the Child 10% Delivery and Resuscitation of the Neonate 10% Sudden Infant Death Syndrome and Related Topics 8% Gynecologic Emergencies 10% Emergency Childbirth 10% Advanced Resuscitation for the Pediatric Patient 10% Pediatric Trauma Care 10% Pediatric Assessment 12%
Learning Outcomes
Identify components of pediatric assessment State indications of imminent delivery Describe the abnormal deliveries and discuss procedures for handling each one Discuss SIDS patients and the standards of care for infant and family Describe the care of the placenta Explain the treatment and physiology of a child experiencing seizure activity State the steps to assist in the delivery of a newborn Describe the special considerations of a premature infant Identify the stages of labor and the paramedic’s role in each Review the anatomic structures and physiology of the female reproductive system Differentiate between normal and abnormal delivery Discuss the differences found in pediatric trauma patients Discuss route of medication administration in the pediatric patient Describe the childhood diseases such as croup and epiglottitis and describe the management of each Define implied consent as it applies to the treatment of a minor Identify the normal events of pregnancy Describe the unique features of scene assessment in infant and pediatric cases Demonstrate advanced cardiac care procedures such as; intraosseous infusion, volume replacement, cardiac resuscitation, trauma care and immobilization, endotracheal procedures Define child abuse and neglect Describe the maternal complications of labor Describe the care of the Neonate
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