APS1050

Ambulance paramedic care

(MED)

Mr M Chilton

Synopsis: This subject enables the development of an advanced level of understanding of clinical problem solving, patient management and scene appraisal. Content is related to a range of medical and surgical emergencies, obstetric, gynaecological, newborn and paediatric emergencies. The knowledge of relevant basic sciences is extended by content that covers drugs commonly used or encountered in ambulance practice. It also acknowledges the stressful nature of the work of the ambulance paramedic and considers the resources and strategies available to assist in the management of situations and circumstances that are stressful.

Assessment: Examination: 50% + Small group activities: 15% + Assignments: 15% + Clinical problem solving worksheet: 10% + Reflective journal: 10% + Practical assessments: Pass/Fail + Objective structured clinical examination: Pass/Fail