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21st Century Standards Profile Health Science Technology Education

Course Title: Introduction to Medical Emergency Preparedness WVEIS Code 0791

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Course Description: Instructional content will focus on the emergency medical system and its position in the overall healthcare system, including the lines of authority and careers within emergency medical services. Additional content will include the recognition of disease transmission and prevention, the utilization of body mechanics and safety techniques, legal issues and ethical considerations as they relate to EMS, emergency assessment and intervention skills, emotional aspects of emergency care, disaster planning, and emergency childbirth skills. Knowledge of basic medical terminology will be gained by analyzing and interpreting medical elements. Students are provided the opportunity to acquire First Aid and CPR certification. Students will utilize problem-solving techniques and participate in hands-on activities to develop an understanding of course concepts. Teachers will provide each student with real world learning opportunities and instruction related to emergency care. The West Virginia Standards for 21 st Century Learning include the following components: 21st Century Content Standards and 21st Century Learning Skills and Technology Tools. All West Virginia teachers are responsible for classroom instruction that integrates learning skills, technology tools, and content standards and objectives. Students are encouraged to become active members of the Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO) within their chosen career cluster.

Level of Competence:  Above Mastery: The student demonstrates exceptional and exemplary performance with distinctive and sophisticated application of knowledge and skills that exceed standard. The student can independently solve problems and is self-directed.

 Mastery: The student demonstrates competent and proficient performance and shows a thorough and effective application of knowledge and skills that meet standard. Application of knowledge and skills is thorough and effective and the student can work independently.

 Partial Mastery: The student demonstrates basic but inconsistent performance of fundamental knowledge and skills characterized by errors and/or omissions. Performance needs further development and supervision.

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Content Standards and Objectives s Date Comments l e a a i v M t o r b a A P Standard 1: Introduction to Emergency Medical Systems Objectives The student will HSTE.O.MEP.1.1 compare health care systems and components of the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) systems. HSTE.O.MEP.1.2 determine types of medical oversight that affect the practice of EMS providers. HSTE.O.MEP.1.3 distinguish lines of authority or chain of command within the emergency medical services system. HSTE.O.MEP.1.4 differentiate roles and responsibilities of the EMS providers. HSTE.O.MEP.1.5 examine specific statutes and regulations within the state regarding the EMS system. Standard 2: Careers Objectives The student will HSTE.O.MEP.2.1 determine the career opportunities within the Emergency Medical Services system, including duties and educational requirements of each career. HSTE.O.MEP.2.2 analyze the differences between certification, registration, and licensure. Standard 3: Disease Transmission and Prevention Objectives The student will

2 HSTE.O.MEP.3.1 differentiate the five main classes of microorganisms. HSTE.O.MEP.3.2 examine the conditions necessary for microorganisms to grow, recognizing the cycle of microorganism transmission and prevention. HSTE.O.MEP.3.3 apply principles of standard precautions. HSTE.O.MEP.3.4 demonstrate proper handwashing technique. Standard 4: Body Mechanics and Safety Objectives The student will HSTE.O.MEP.4.1 articulate the meaning of terms related to body mechanics, applying principles to safe transfer. HSTE.O.MEP.4.2 determine safety precautions during positioning and transferring patients. HSTE.O.MEP.4.3 demonstrate common emergency and nonemergency moves. HSTE.O.MEP.4.4 compare devices associated with moving a patient in the out-of- hospital environment. HSTE.O.MEP.4.5 prioritize the components of scene size-up. HSTE.O.MEP.4.6 analyze emergency scenarios, identifying potential hazards. HSTE.O.MEP.4.7 examine medical and nonmedical equipment needed to respond to an emergency. HSTE.O.MEP.4.8 determine phases through which all emergency medical services progress when responding to an out-of-hospital emergency. HSTE.O.MEP.4.9 recognize steps to be taken by the

3 rescuer at a motor-vehicle collision scene before gaining access to the victim/patient. HSTE.O.MEP.4.10 relate the role of the rescuer in extrication. HSTE.O.MEP.4.11 examine methods used to gain access to the victim/patient in various emergencies. HSTE.O.MEP.4.12 examine the performance of the rescuer at the scene of a hazardous material situation until appropriately trained personal arrive. Standard 5: Legal Issues and Ethics Objectives The student will HSTE.O.MEP.5.1 differentiate between laws and ethics as related to emergency care. HSTE.O.MEP.5.2 determine scope of practice, standard of care, and the precedent of duty to act in relationship to the EMS provider. HSTE.O.MEP.5.3 examine advance directives and their application to EMS. HSTE.O.MEP.5.4 differentiate between implied and expressed consent. HSTE.O.MEP.5.5 relate method for obtaining consent. HSTE.O.MEP.5.6 examine implications surrounding patient refusal of care. HSTE.O.MEP.5.7 differentiate abandonment, negligence, battery, and confidentiality. HSTE.O.MEP.5.8 articulate conditions that require notification of law enforcement officials. HSTE.O.MEP.5.9 relate actions taken to assist in the

4 preservation of a crime scene. HSTE.O.MEP.5.10 characterize signs and symptoms of child abuse and neglect. HSTE.O.MEP.5.11 examine the medical-legal responsibility in suspected child abuse. HSTE.O.MEP.5.12 determine basic components of documentation. HSTE.O.MEP.5.13 interpret, pronounce and spell common terms related to legal responsibilities and ethics in emergency care. Standard 6: Medical and Trauma Assessment Objectives The student will HSTE.O.MEP.6.1 measure and record vital signs for the adult, child, and infant. HSTE.O.MEP.6.2 differentiate between a sign and a symptom. HSTE.O.MEP.6.3 relate the reasons for forming a general impression of the patient. HSTE.O.MEP.6.4 differentiate between common mechanisms of injury or nature of illness. HSTE.O.MEP.6.5 differentiate between medical and traumatic assessment. HSTE.O.MEP.6.6 demonstrate questioning of patient/family/bystanders to obtain a SAMPLE history. HSTE.O.MEP.6.7 determine components of the initial assessment of the adult, child, and infant. HSTE.O.MEP.6.8 differentiate between the assessment of mental status in the adult, child and infant. HSTE.O.MEP.6.9 demonstrate techniques for

5 assessing breathing/airway and circulation in the adult, child, and infant. HSTE.O.MEP.6.10 examine the components of the physical exam for the adult, child, and infant. HSTE.O.MEP.6.11 articulate the components of the on- going assessment. Standard 7: Emergency Medical Care Objectives The student will HSTE.O.MEP.7.1 distinguish basic structure and functions of body systems relating to emergency care. HSTE.O.MEP.7.2 relate the general principles of first aid. HSTE.O.MEP.7.3 articulate routine precautions to be used in oxygen therapy. HSTE.O.MEP.7.4 determine signs, symptoms, and treatment for shock. HSTE.O.MEP.7.5 examine the signs and treatment for internal and external bleeding. HSTE.O.MEP.7.6 determine first aid treatment for wounds and the terms associated with each. HSTE.O.MEP.7.7 differentiate first aid measures for sudden illness and injury (i.e. fainting, stroke, seizures, insulin shock, and diabetic coma). HSTE.O.MEP.7.8 demonstrate first aid measures for bone and joint injuries (i.e. fracture, dislocation, sprain, and strain). HSTE.O.MEP.7.9 recognize first aid measures used for specific injuries involving the eyes, head, nose, ears, chest, abdomen, and genital organs.

6 HSTE.O.MEP.7.10 characterize signs and symptoms of a potential spinal injury. HSTE.O.MEP.7.11 demonstrate first aid measures for temperature related injuries, including hot and cold exposure, and burns. HSTE.O.MEP.7.12 determine first aid measures for poisoning, stings, bites, and allergic reactions. HSTE.O.MEP.7.13 relate first aid measures for victims of electric shock. HSTE.O.MEP.7.14 recognize signs and symptoms of an intoxicated/drug abuse/drug overdose patient. HSTE.O.MEP.7.15 determine first aid measures for victims of drug and alcohol abuse. Standard 8: CPR and First Aid for Obstructed Airway Objectives The student will HSTE.O.MEP.8.1 examine links in the adult and pediatric Chain of Survival. HSTE.O.MEP.8.2 compare clinical and biological death. HSTE.O.MEP.8.3 articulate the meaning of cardiopulmonary resuscitation. HSTE.O.MEP.8.4 examine the acronym ABCD in regards to CPR. HSTE.O.MEP.8.5 analyze risk factors for cardiovascular disease. HSTE.O.MEP.8.6 determine signs and symptoms of a heart attack. HSTE.O.MEP.8.7 examine cardiac arrest. HSTE.O.MEP.8.8 articulate signs and symptoms of a stroke. HSTE.O.MEP.8.9 analyze the impact of early intervention on the prognosis of

7 stroke victims. HSTE.O.MEP.8.10 demonstrate CPR for one-rescuer and two-rescuer infant, child, and adult. HSTE.O.MEP.8.11 demonstrate the correct use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED). HSTE.O.MEP.8.12 determine the modifications of CPR for a drowning or near drowning victim. HSTE.O.MEP.8.13 recognize the signs and symptoms of an obstructed airway. HSTE.O.MEP.8.14 demonstrate the universal distress signal for obstructed airway. HSTE.O.MEP.8.15 demonstrate procedures to relieve airway obstruction in an infant, child, and adult. HSTE.O.MEP.8.16 examine devices used to relieve airway obstruction. HSTE.O.MEP.8.17 determine the sequence of actions after relief of choking. HSTE.O.MEP.8.18 analyze the use of Cricoid pressure or Sellick’s technique. HSTE.O.MEP.8.19 demonstrate the procedure for opening the airway of a suspected head, neck, or spine injured victim/patient. HSTE.O.MEP.8.20 characterize Agonal gasps. Standard 9: Emotional Aspects of Emergency Care Objectives The student will HSTE.O.MEP.9.1 analyze possible emotional reactions the rescuer may experience when faced with trauma, illness, and death and dying.

8 HSTE.O.MEP.9.2 examine the possible emotional reactions the family member may exhibit when confronted with death and dying. HSTE.O.MEP.9.3 assess the rescuer’s approach to the family confronted with death and dying. HSTE.O.MEP.9.4 determine the signs and symptoms of critical incident stress. HSTE.O.MEP.9.5 relate methods used by the rescuer to help reduce/alleviate stress. Standard 10: Emergency Preparedness and Disaster Planning Objectives The student will HSTE.O.MEP.10.1 examine the meaning of disaster. HSTE.O.MEP.10.2 differentiate types of potential disasters. HSTE.O.MEP.10.3 recognize the importance of personal and community disaster planning. HSTE.O.MEP.10.4 determine elements of a personal or community disaster plan. HSTE.O.MEP.10.5 relate items essential in an emergency kit. HSTE.O.MEP.10.6 prioritize the components of basic triage. HSTE.O.MEP.10.7 articulate the criteria for Multiple- Casualty Incidents (MCIs). HSTE.O.MEP.10.8 compare the Incident Management System (IMS) to the normal EMS operation. HSTE.O.MEP.10.9 prepare a plan to perform triage in a given mass-casualty incident. HSTE.O.MEP.10.10 examine the meaning of bio- terrorism. HSTE.O.MEP.10.11 research the history of bio-terrorism.

9 HSTE.O.MEP.10.12 differentiate biological and chemical agents. HSTE.O.MEP.10.13 characterize four common types of biological agents used in terrorism and as weapons of mass destruction. HSTE.O.MEP.10.14 relate steps to be taken during a biological emergency. HSTE.O.MEP.10.15 examine five classifications of chemical agents used in terrorism and as weapons of mass destruction. HSTE.O.MEP.10.16 analyze possible signs of a chemical attack. HSTE.O.MEP.10.17 prioritize actions to be taken following a chemical attack. HSTE.O.MEP.10.18 differentiate two types of potential nuclear incidents. HSTE.O.MEP.10.19 characterize three main types of radioactive particles released in a nuclear incident. HSTE.O.MEP.10.20 determine the procedure for avoiding radiation after a nuclear incident. HSTE.O.MEP.10.21 articulate the decontamination process. HSTE.O.MEP.10.22 determine steps to be taken in the event of entrapment as a result of an explosion or fire. HSTE.O.MEP.10.23 assess the FEMA guidelines for use after natural disasters. HSTE.O.MEP.10.24 participate in a community disaster readiness program. Standard 11: Childbirth Emergencies Objectives The student will

10 HSTE.O.MEP.11.1 examine the structure and functions of the female reproductive system. HSTE.O.MEP.11.2 determine the meaning of common medical terms associated with labor and delivery. HSTE.O.MEP.11.3 examine indications of an imminent delivery. HSTE.O.MEP.11.4 recognize steps in the pre-delivery preparation of the mother. HSTE.O.MEP.11.5 relate steps of the delivery process. HSTE.O.MEP.11.6 analyze possible complications before, during, and after delivery. HSTE.O.MEP.11.7 determine care of the baby during the delivery process. HSTE.O.MEP.11.8 articulate steps in the delivery of the afterbirth. HSTE.O.MEP.11.9 examine steps in the emergency medical care of the mother post- delivery. HSTE.O.MEP.11.10 relate care of the newborn after delivery. HSTE.O.MEP.11.11 correlate the terms miscarriage and spontaneous abortion. HSTE.O.MEP.11.12 articulate care of the mother following spontaneous abortion. Standard 12: Certification Objectives The student will HSTE.O.MEP.12.1 secure national certification in First Aid. HSTE.O.MEP.12.2 secure national certification for adult, child, and infant CPR and First Aid for Foreign Body Airway Obstruction (FBAO). HSTE.O.MEP.12.3 prepare for First Responder national certification.

11 Standard 13: Information Technology Applications Objectives The student will HSTE.O.MEP.13.1 implement the use of software and hardware. HSTE.O.MEP.13.2 utilize the Internet as a resource/ research tool. Standard 14: Career and Technical Student Organization Objectives The students will HSTE.O.MEP.14.1 participate in the local chapter of the appropriate Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO). HSTE.O.MEP.14.2 use parliamentary procedures in chapter meetings. HSTE.O.MEP.14.3 demonstrate team membership/ leadership and problem solving skills. HSTE.O.MEP.14.4 participate in local, state, and national projects impacting healthcare and healthcare education.