Health Science, Grade 9 - 12, Emergency Services, 2009
1.) Compare roles and responsibilities of emergency medical personnel.
Examples: emergency medical technician (EMT), paramedic, registered nurse
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2.) Demonstrate workplace readiness skills in emergency medicine.
Examples: well-being of the EMT, positive personal qualities and interpersonal skills, acute assessment skills to act promptly, ability to manifest leadership skills to manage a situation, demonstration of teaching skills to direct others in an emergency situation.
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3.) Describe an initial assessment of emergency clients.
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4.) Describe various communication skills used in an emergency situation.
Examples: documentation, interpretation of medical orders
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5.) Assess safe practices in emergency medical situations.
Examples: evaluating scene, lifting and moving client, using standard precautions
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6.) Describe legal and ethical behaviors required for emergency situations.
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7.) Use mathematical concepts in emergency medical settings, including calculating fluid rates and drug dosage conversions.
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8.) Describe human structures and functions as they relate to emergency medical procedures.
Example: respiratory system-maintaining an open airway
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9.) Describe various skills required in emergency medical settings, including emergency birth, poisoning, drug overdose, shock, allergic reactions, and bleeding.
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10.) Identify common medications used in emergency situations.
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