Pediatric Education For Prehospital Providers: Basic

Catalog description

An interactive, scenario-based course designed for Basic EMTs (Emergency medical technicians) who are not yet practicing in the field. Enables these EMTs to perform a rapid assessment of sick and injured children in a variety of different circumstances. Includes use of pediatric assessment triangle, developmental differences, injury prevention, basic airway management techniques, recognition of medical emergencies such as pediatric trauma, mechanism of injury, submersion events, children with special health care needs, abuse and neglect, child and family interactions, use of specialized equipment, and special issues in pediatric transportation. Treatment to children is in accordance with recommendations of the American Academy of Pediatrics.