I maintain an "open-door" policy. If my office door is open, you are welcome in, without an appointment. This is an idea of when my "door is open": Normal hours will be Monday, 0900-1600, Tuesday and Thursday mornings 0900-1100, Wednesday from 1000-1600 (I have Paramedic Students in lab from 0800-1700, so I'm in and out of the office. Text me to be sure that I will be in the office for you.) and Friday mornings, by appointment.
Throughout the week, I have meetings, appointments off campus, etc. To avoid making a trip to the Academy for nothing, please feel free to text me to make sure I'm in the office before coming in to see me. I value your time and gasoline that it takes to get to the Academy and it will never be an inconvenience for you to text me.
If you have a disability (learning, mental, physical) that affects your ability to participate effectively and have access to any program or service at Amarillo College please contact Disability Services at (806) 345-5639 . Our offices are located in the Enrollment Center, Suite 700. More information may be found at www.actx.edu/disability.
Disability Services facilitates access to all programs and services according to the ADA, Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, as well as other federal and state laws.
Amarillo College is committed to providing equal access to all programs and services, including all working, learning, and service environments that affect equal access for persons with disabilities. This commitment to provide equal access and opportunity for persons with disabilities is in compliance with federal and state law. Amarillo College also strives to provide Electronic and Information Resources (EIR) that are accessible to all authorized users.
If you find you are unable to access material in an accessible format please contact the Disability Services Office at (806) 345-5639 . This office will work in conjunction with other campus resources to address and accommodate your issue in a timely manner.
As a student you may experience a range of issues that can cause barriers to learning, such as strained relationships, increased anxiety, alcohol/drug problems, feeling down, difficulty concentrating and/or lack of motivation. These mental health concerns or stressful events may lead to diminished academic performance or reduce a student's ability to participate in daily activities. Amarillo College offers services to assist you with addressing these and other concerns you may be experiencing. If you or someone you know are suffering from any of the aforementioned conditions, you can learn more about the broad range of confidential mental health services available on campus by calling the AC Counseling Center at 806-371-5900. The AC Counseling Center website is https://www.actx.edu/counseling/ . Also, if you are in need of social services (affordable housing, utilities, transportation, food, clothing, childcare, medical/dental/vision, legal), please call the AC Advocacy & Resource Center at 806-371-5439. The AC Advocacy & Resource Center website is https://www.actx.edu/arc
Tutoring for Success applies to any student whose overall performance in the course falls below 75%. The instructor will create the task in the Student Engagement Portal (Watermark) to direct the student to the appropriate tutoring service, which may be faculty- or SI-led, discipline-specific, and/or general. The tutoring service assigned, the due date for when the tutoring must be completed, and the amount of tutoring required are at the discretion of the instructor. Additionally, the task will alert the student’s success team. Students who do not fulfill the assigned tutoring task may be subject to program- and course-specific penalties that could result in a grade reduction and/or in not being allowed to progress in the course until the tutoring requirement has been satisfied.
Students who do not attend class on or prior to the census date will be administratively dropped. Effective Fall, 2016
Students who wish to withdraw from a course must complete all steps indicated on the Academic Withdrawal Request form by the course withdrawal deadline.
NOTE: Students who are attending Texas institutions of higher education, for the first time fall 2007 and later, may not withdraw from more than six courses during their academic career. This withdrawal limitation does not include dual credit or developmental classes (Senate Bill 1231 Rule 4.10.) For more information on Drop and Withdrawal Policies, please visit the Registrar's Office Web site.
The Amarillo College Privacy Policy is found at https://www.actx.edu/-amarillo-college-privacy-notice , and applies to all Amarillo College students. If you have questions about this privacy statement or you believe that your personal information has been released without your consent, send email to humanresources@actx.edu .
EMSP-2434-001 Medical Emergencies
Knowledge and skills in the assessment and management of patients with medical emergencies.
Student ResourcesStudent Resources Website
Notice to Students enrolled in an educational program for preparation of issuance of certain occupational licenses:
Students enrolled in an educational program in preparation for obtaining certain occupational licenses are potentially ineligible for such license if the student has been convicted of an offense. For further information, please contact:
Melodie Graves
Justice Involved Advocate
Student Service Center 117
mgraves24@actx.edu
806-371-5995
Make appointment at https://melodiegraves.youcanbook.me
You can also contact the Legal Clinic, or the faculty member in charge of the educational program that you seek to enroll in. The further information you will receive will include notification to you of your right to request a criminal history evaluation letter from the licensing authority in order to clarify your particular situation.
(4 sem hrs; 3 lec, 4 lab)
Hybrid
Learning Outcomes:
Integrate pathophysiological principles and assessment findings to formulate a field impression and implement a treatment plan for the medical patient.
At the completion of this course, the student will have demonstrated sufficient mastery of the course objectives, listed at the beginning of each text chapter, to effectively assess and manage patients. It is desired that course goals be accomplished to the extent that the student’s final grade is not less than a grade of “C” as evaluated by the program faculty. A final grade less than “C” will result in failure of the course.
In order to receive your AC Connect Email, you must log in through AC Connect at https://acconnect.actx.edu .
If you are an active staff or faculty member according to Human Resources, use "Exchange". All other students, use "AC Connect (Google) Email".
Students will be required to abide by the Student Code of Conduct, which can be accessed in the Student's Rights and Responsibilities link above.
Pursuant to Amarillo College Policy, tobacco use in any form is not permitted in the classroom or lab. Smoking of any tobacco products and the use of electronic or vapor smoking devices are prohibited on all Amarillo College property and in buildings and facilities on all campuses and locations, including parking areas, green spaces, and walkways. The use of tobacco products which are smokeless and vaporless is prohibited inside any College building. This policy does not apply to East Campus Housing. Violation of the Amarillo College Tobacco Policy may result in immediate expulsion from the program.
AMARILLO COLLEGE EMSP HANDBOOKS: Amarillo College's EMSP Program has adopted an Advanced Student Handbook & Internship Manual, detailing expectations and requirements for all students. At all times, students SHALL conduct themselves in a in accordance with the provisions of the approved EMSP Advanced Student Handbook, as well as Amarillo College Policies. Failure to do so may result in disciplinary action, up to and including dismissal from the course and Amarillo College.
Scholastic dishonesty will not be tolerated. The Amarillo College, 2010, Student Rights and Responsibilities Publication states, "scholastic dishonesty, punishable as prescribed by Board policies, shall include, but not be limited to, cheating on a test, plagiarism, and collusion" (p. 11). Additionally, the Advanced Student Handbook sets forth the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) Cheating Reporting Requirement. All instances of academic dishonesty, as a matter of Texas Law, must be reported to DSHS. DSHS sanctions for academic dishonesty could result in the loss of any existing EMS certifications. Advanced students must hold a valid certification to remain in the program.
***ABUSIVE, VULGAR, LEWD, OR PROFANE SPEECH WILL NOT BE TOLERATED***
Assignment Percentages of Grade
Grading Scale:
A student who will not complete a Major Exam on the scheduled day must contact the instructor before the scheduled exam, if possible. Otherwise notify ASAP. If the absence is excused, the test must be taken BEFORE the next class session. A grade of ZERO for that exam will be averaged in to final grade if this policy is not followed.
Hybrid Format: This hybrid course requires intense time management, as students do not participate in traditional lectures. Rather, students prepare weekly assignments outside of the traditional classroom setting and will only be scheduled on campus for weekly labs. A question and answer session regarding each weekly assignment may be conducted at the beginning of lab; however, time does not permit the instructor to provide a complete lecture. Accordingly, the instructor may review crucial/more difficult concepts at the beginning of lab, but lab time will be the major focus.
Weekly Assignments will be released via "Weekly Instructions," normally on Sunday of each week. Students are responsible for reviewing each weekly instruction page and completing assignments as set forth in the instructions.
Regular attendance is necessary for successful completion of this course. Therefore, it is the responsibility of the student to attend class.
Attendance will be taken and recorded at the beginning of each lab and will be tracked via the AC "Watermark" system. Watermark allows the instructor, program director, Dean, tutors and AC administration to view attendance, grades and other relevant class/student records at any time. Attendance will be entered in Watermark at the beginning of each lab and and EMSP Program attendance policies will be enforced pursuant to the EMSP Advanced Handbook.
Failure to meet these requirements may lead to a failing grade in the course. For purposes of this class, regular lecture attendance is necessary for successful completion of the course. Therefore, it is the responsibility of the student to attend class. After 2 absences from lecture, a two-point deduction for each additional absence will be taken from the student’s final average. When a student reaches 3 absences, or tardies, the Program Director will be notified by the instructor.
LABORATORY:
Attendance will be taken and recorded at the beginning of each lab. Advanced Students must meet attendance requirements, as set forth in the EMSP Advanced Student Handbook. Failure to meet these requirements may lead to a failing grade in the course. Regular lab attendance is mandatory for successful completion of this course. When a student reaches 3 absences, or tardies, the Program Director will be notified by the instructor. Each failed skill deducts 5 points. No skill can be failed more than twice for successful completion of this course.
Week 01 and Week 02 will cover Chapter 19, Neurologic Emergencies. This permits students to focus first on PHTLS, then move on to Ch 19 after completing the PHTLS Course. Students should not begin Week 01 UNTIL PHTLS is complete, then proceed immediately with Week 01.
Week 01 Syllabus Review/Administrative Issues; AND Ch 19, Neurologic Emergencies to the "Words of Wisdom" block on pg. 1333; Quiz 1 opens
Week 02 Ch. 19, Neurologic Emergencies from pg 1333 to the end; Quiz 1 closes; Exam 1 Ch 19 only
Week 03 Ch. 20, EENT Diseases; Quiz 2
Week 04 Ch 21, ABD & GI; Quiz 3
Week 05 Ch. 22, GU & Renal ; Quiz 4
Week 06 Ch. 23, GYN Emergencies; Quiz 5; Exam 2 (Chs 20,21,22)
Week 07 Ch. 24, Endocrine Emergencies; Quiz 6
Week 08 Ch 25, Hematologic Emergencies; Quiz 7; Exam 3 (Chs 23,24,25)
Week 09 Ch. 26, Immunologic Emergencies; Quiz 8
Week 10 Ch. 27, Infectious Disease; Quiz 9
Week 11 Ch. 28, Toxicology; Quiz 10; Final Opens (Chs 26,27,28)
Week 12 Final Exam Closes
NOTE: The Texas Education Code stipulates that students attending Texas institutions of higher education for the first time fall 2007 and later may not withdraw from more than six courses during their academic career, including courses from which transfer students have withdrawn at other Texas institutions of higher education. (Senate Bill 1231) Rule §4.10.
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