West Virginia Northern Community College

This is a 4 hour course which meets WVOEMS Approved Paramedic Refresher (NCCP Standards)

Required Objectives:

1. Define training resources for special populations  
   1. Human trafficking
   2. Domestic Violence
2. Recognize the unique characteristics of at-risk populations
3. Discuss the appropriate actions of EMS professionals in the presence of at-risk patients
4. Recognize circumstances that may indicate abuse
   1. Domestic abuse
   2. Human trafficking
   3. Non-accidental trauma
5. Describe the steps in the primary assessment for providing emergency care to a geriatric patient, including the elements of the GEMS diamond.
6. Discuss special considerations when performing the patient assessment process on a geriatric patient
7. Describe the pathophysiology of most common medical conditions including s/s, and the emergency medical care strategies used in the management of each for the geriatric patient.
8. Describe special considerations for a geriatric patient who has experienced trauma
9. Discuss elder abuse and neglect, and its implications in assessment and management of the patient
10. Identify national initiatives and resources that promote and enable EMS research
11. Explain the practical use of research in EMS care
12. Explain the scientific method
13. Define the differences between quantitative and qualitative research methods
14. Explain the process of conducting a literature review
15. Define evidence based medicine and practice
16. Identify resources available through NASEMSO to aid states and agencies in developing evidence based guidelines.
17. Explain the benefits of EBG to patients

Non-Discrimination Statement

West Virginia Northern Community College (WVNCC) is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Institution and does not discriminate based on race, sex (e.g., sex, sex stereotypes, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, and pregnancy or parenting status), disability, religion, color, national origin, or age in admission, employment, educational programs, or activities; nor does it discriminate based on genetic information in employment or employee health benefits. Further, faculty, staff, students, and applicants are protected from retaliation for making complaints or assisting in investigations of discrimination. WVNCC will take steps to assure that a lack of English language skills will not be a barrier to admission and participation in the college’s CTE offerings. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.

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