Course Summary
EMT Foundations is a course that teaches the basics of emergency medical care. Students will learn the skills needed to provide immediate care to patients in a variety of emergency situations.Key Learning Points
- Learn how to assess and manage patients in emergency situations
- Understand the basics of anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology
- Develop the skills needed to become a competent EMT
Related Topics for further study
- Emergency Medical Care
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Medical Terminology
- Patient Assessment
- Emergency Situations
Learning Outcomes
- Gain a solid understanding of the basics of emergency medical care
- Develop the skills needed to become a competent EMT
- Be prepared to handle a variety of emergency situations
Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course
- Basic understanding of human anatomy and physiology
- High school diploma or equivalent
Course Difficulty Level
BeginnerCourse Format
- Online
- Self-paced
- Video lectures
- Quizzes and assignments
Similar Courses
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
Related Education Paths
Notable People in This Field
- Dr. Oz
- Dr. Sanjay Gupta
Related Books
Description
In this course, you will get a thorough introduction to the emergency medical services system, and learn the foundation components to how it works as a whole. You will also learn the nuts and bolts of becoming a healthcare provider, and gain some basic knowledge about the human body. By the end of the course, you will be able to 1) understand the history and components of the EMS system, 2) speak the language of medicine with basic medical terminology, as well as have an understanding of basic human anatomy, 3) understand the different types of communications and how they are specific to EMS, 4) take vital signs and master the normal from the abnormal, and 5) master personal and scene safety, and begin the process of patient assessment.
Outline
- Introduction to Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
- Become an EMT
- EMT Foundation
- History and Regulatory Bodies
- What Does It Mean To Be An EMT?
- This Can Be A Hard Job Emotionally
- Medical and Legal Issues - Part 1
- Medical and Legal Issues - Part 2
- HIPAA/EMTALA and Job Errors
- About Us: Become an EMT Specialization Team at Denver Health Paramedics
- Course Information
- History and Regulatory Bodies
- What Does It Mean To Be An EMT?
- This Can Be A Hard Job Emotionally
- Medical and Legal Issues
- Course Disclaimer
- Introduction to EMT Assessment
- Basic Human Anatomy
- Medical Conversations
- Medical Terminology - Part 1
- Medical Terminology - Part 2
- Head and Torso
- Extremities
- Muscular Systems
- Nervous and Endocrine Systems
- Respiratory Systems
- Cardiovascular Systems
- Gastrointestinal and Renal Systems
- Reproductive Systems and Skin
- Reproductive Systems and Skin
- Anatomy Terms
- Basic Human Anatomy Assessment
- Communication With A Healthcare Provider
- EMT Communication
- EMS System
- Guidelines for Communication
- Communicating With Other Health Care Professionals
- Communicating With Your Patient
- Pearls and Pitfalls of Communication
- Biophone Call - Part 1
- Biophone Call - Part 2
- Biophone Call - Part 3
- Patient Handoff Report
- Pearls and Pitfalls of Communication
- Biophone Call
- Patient Hand off Report
- Communication With A Healthcare Provider Assessment
- Vital Signs and History Taking
- Introduction to Vital Signs and History Taking
- Vital Signs
- Blood Pressure
- Pulse
- Respiratory Rate
- Skin and Pupils
- History Taking - Part 1
- History Taking - Part 2
- Pulse
- Blood Pressure
- Adult Normal Vital Signs
- Vital Signs
- Respiratory Rate
- Skin and Pupils
- History Taking
- Vital Signs and History Taking Assessment
- Immediately Upon Arrival To The Scene
- Your First Encounter With a Patient
- Scene Size Up or Safety
- Body Substance Isolation
- Scene Assessment
- Patient Assessment - Part 1
- Patient Assessment - Part 2
- Secondary Assessment and Reassessment
- Lifting and Moving Patients
- Head Tilt - Chin Lift - Jaw Thrust
- Stretcher Operation
- Load and Unload Stretcher From The Ambulance
- Long Spine Board and Scoop Stretcher
- Lifting and Moving Stair Chair - Part 1
- Lifting and Moving Stair Chair - Part 2
- Scene Size Up or Safety
- Patient Assessment
- Secondary Assessment and Reassessment
- Patient Assessment Practice Quiz
- Immediately Upon Arrival To The Scene Assessment
Summary of User Reviews
Discover the essentials of EMT with this comprehensive course on Coursera. Students have rated this course highly for its engaging content and knowledgeable instructors. One key aspect that many users thought was good is the course's emphasis on practical skills and real-world scenarios.Pros from User Reviews
- Engaging content
- Knowledgeable instructors
- Practical skills emphasized
- Real-world scenarios included
- Great foundation for EMT training
Cons from User Reviews
- Some technical issues with the platform
- Limited hands-on experience
- Not suitable for advanced EMTs
- Some students found the course too basic
- No certification offered
Angela Wright, MD
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EMT Foundations
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In this course, you will get a thorough introduction to the emergency medical services system, and learn the foundation components to how it works as a whole....
