EMS-EMT7474 - EMS Special Topics

Course Description

GEMS provides EMS practitioners at all levels with the skills and knowledge to address the unique medical, social, environmental and communications challenges of older adults. Developed by NAEMT, in partnership with the American Geriatrics Society, GEMS empowers EMS practitioners to help improve medical outcomes and quality of life for geriatric patients.

Course Outline

NAEMT Textbook Geriatric Education for Emergency Medical Services

Learner Outcomes

GEMS features case-based lectures, live action video, hands-on skill stations, simulation and small group scenarios to fully engage students in the learning experience. GEMS covers the following topics:

Changes with age
Assessment of older adults
Pharmacology and medication toxicity
Psycho-social emergencies
Elder abuse
End-of-life care issues
Cardiovascular and respiratory emergencies
Trauma
Neurological emergencies and altered mental status
Mobile integrated healthcare
Special considerations for older adults in disaster response
Skin and wound care
Medical devices frequently used by older adults

Notes

Method of Instruction: Lecture, Videos, Hands-on Skill Stations, Simulation and Group Scenarios

Evaluation: Written Exam

Note:

8-hour classroom course for EMTs, paramedics, emergency responders, nurses, physician assistants and physicians that expands upon the curriculum presented in the core course, with more in-depth content and complex scenarios. Students who successfully complete this course receive a certificate of completion, wallet card good for four years, and 8 hours of CAPCE credit.

Prerequisites

EMS practitioner or other prehospital provider