Intro to Emergency Medical Rescue

Course Number:
EMS 116
Transcript Title:
Intro to Emergency Med Rescue
Created:
Aug 10, 2022
Updated:
Aug 17, 2022
Total Credits:
3
Lecture Hours:
0
Lecture / Lab Hours:
60
Lab Hours:
0
Satisfies Cultural Literacy requirement:
No
Satisfies General Education requirement:
No
Grading Options
A-F, Audit
Default Grading Options
A-F
Repeats available for credit:
0
Prerequisites

EMS 106
valid driver's license

Course Description

Provides a brief introduction into EMS/fire service rescue practices. Includes the following topics: auto extrication, rope rescue, water and ice rescue, fire ground search and rescue, confined space rescue situations, and emergency driving. Covers the basic knowledge and skills needed to perform as a team member in rescue operations. Prerequisite: EMS 106, valid driver’s license. Audit available.

Course Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

  1. Select appropriate equipment for various rescue and extrication operations, demonstrating teamwork, personal and scene safety.
  2. Demonstrate a comprehensive knowledge of roadway operations and safety.
  3. Identify types of ambulances and the laws relating to their operation, as well as required markings and placement of warning devices pertaining to emergency vehicles.
  4. Identify areas that present the need for special hazard awareness, and apply appropriate safe response strategies in those areas.
  5. Prepare the emergency vehicle prior to responding to emergency calls.
  6. Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of safe driving practices, and demonstrate safe driving ability of an ambulance.

Suggested Outcome Assessment Strategies

  • Knowledge will be assessed through the use of written examinations.
  • Practical skills will be evaluated for proficiency in a controlled setting.
  • Personal and professional behaviors will be assessed by instructors using appropriate methods such as evaluation forms.

Course Activities and Design

The determination of teaching strategies used in the delivery of outcomes is generally left to the discretion of the instructor. Here are some strategies that you might consider when designing your course: lecture, small group/forum discussion, flipped classroom, dyads, oral presentation, role play, simulation scenarios, group projects, service learning projects, hands-on lab, peer review/workshops, cooperative learning (jigsaw, fishbowl), inquiry based instruction, differentiated instruction (learning centers), graphic organizers, etc.

Course Content

Outcome #1: Select appropriate equipment for various rescue and extrication operations, demonstrating teamwork, personal and scene safety.
  • Auto extrication
  • Rope rescue
  • Water and ice rescue
  • Fire ground search and rescue
  • Confined space rescue
  • Emergency driving
Outcome #2: Demonstrate a comprehensive knowledge of roadway operations and safety.
  • Concepts of road safety
  • Core components of road/highway operations
  • Ten best practices of roadway safety
Outcome #3: Identify types of ambulances and the laws relating to their operation, as well as required markings and placement of warning devices pertaining to emergency vehicles.
  • EMS Vehicles
  • Air medical
  • Ambulance Equipment
  • Emergency signaling devices and OAR’s
  • Types of regulations
  • Understanding the regulations
  • Due Regard
  • Negligence
  • Specific motor vehicle operator law
Outcome #4: Identify areas that present the need for special hazard awareness, and apply appropriate safe response strategies in those areas.
  • Off road driving
  • Rollover
  • Vehicle security
  • Collision and near-miss investigations
Outcome #5: Prepare the emergency vehicle prior to responding to emergency calls.
  • Major mechanical systems
  • Tires
  • Vehicle inspection
  • Operator responsibilities
Outcome #6: Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of safe driving practices, and demonstrate safe driving ability of an ambulance.
  • Human aspects of driving
  • Defensive driving
  • Crash avoidance techniques
  • Emergency vehicle operation
  • Driving skills that influence the quality of the ride
  • Basic maneuvers
  • Emergency response driving
  • Adverse conditions

Suggested Texts and Materials

These books are suggested. Introduction to EMS Systems can also be used for EMS 100. 

  • Introduction to EMS Systems, Bruce Waltz, ISBN: D7668-1984-1
  • Emergency Vehicle Operations, Jeffery T. Lindsey & Richard W. Patrick, ISBN  0-13-118155-6