PARAMEDIC ASSOCIATION OF CANADA
NOCP Area 5: Therapeutics
EMR | PCP | ACP | CCP | |
GENERAL COMPETENCY 5.1 Maintain patency of upper airway and trachea. | ||||
SPECIFIC COMPETENCY | SUB COMPETENCIES | |||
5.1.a Use manual maneuvers and positioning to maintain airway patency. | S | C | C | C |
Discuss the methods of the classifying and grading patientÕs airway. | Evaluate the methods of the classifying and grading patientÕs airway. | |||
Define methods of relieving the symptoms of airway obstruction. | Describe methods of relieving the symptoms of airway obstruction. | Discuss methods of relieving the symptoms of airway obstruction. | Explain the methods of relieving the symptoms of airway obstruction. | |
Describe the types of airway opening maneuvers for various patients. | Describe the types of airway opening maneuvers for various patients. | Discuss the types of airway opening maneuvers for various patients. | Evaluate the types of airway opening maneuvers for various patients. | |
Describe the indications, contraindications and precautions of performing airway maneuvers. | Discuss the indications, contraindications and precautions of performing airway maneuvers. | Analyze the indications, contraindications and precautions of performing airway maneuvers. | Analyze the indications, contraindications and precautions of performing airway maneuvers. | |
Apply problem-solving techniques required with various types of patients. | Apply problem-solving techniques required with various types of patients. | Apply problem-solving techniques required with various types of patients. | Apply problem-solving techniques required with various types of patients. | |
Demonstrate maneuvers and positioning for head, neck & jaw positioning which improve airway patency. | Adapt maneuvers and positioning for head, neck & jaw positioning which improve airway patency. | Adapt maneuvers and positioning for head, neck & jaw positioning which improve airway patency. | Adapt maneuvers and positioning for head, neck & jaw positioning which improve airway patency. | |
Demonstrate manual airway maneuvers under a variety of patient and environmental presentations. | Perform manual airway maneuvers under a variety of patient and environmental presentations. | Perform manual airway maneuvers under a variety of patient and environmental presentations. | Perform manual airway maneuvers under a variety of patient and environmental presentations. | |
5.1.a Use manual maneuvers and positioning to maintain airway patency. - Continued | S | C | C | C |
Adjust to changes in patientÕs airway patency. | Adjust to changes in patientÕs airway patency. | Adapt to changes in patientÕs airway patency. | Adapt to changes in patientÕs airway patency. | |
Demonstrate management of potential complications of airway maneuvers. | Demonstrate management of potential complications of airway maneuvers. | Demonstrate management of potential complications of airway maneuvers. | Demonstrate management of potential complications of airway maneuvers. | |
5.1.b Suction oropharynx. | S | S | C | C |
Identify the purposes of and indications for oropharyngeal suctioning. | Explain the purposes of and indications for oropharyngeal suctioning. | Explain the purposes of and indications for oropharyngeal suctioning. | Explain the purposes of and indications for oropharyngeal suctioning. | |
Describe suctioning equipment. | Describe suctioning equipment. | Describe suctioning equipment. | Describe suctioning equipment. | |
Explain established standards of maintenance for suctioning equipment. | Explain established standards of maintenance for suctioning equipment. | Explain established standards of maintenance for suctioning equipment. | Explain established standards of maintenance for suctioning equipment. | |
Identify pressure limitations for suctioning various age groups. | Identify pressure limitations for suctioning various age groups. | Identify pressure limitations for suctioning various age groups. | Identify pressure limitations for suctioning various age groups. | |
Operate appropriate suctioning devices. | Operate appropriate suctioning devices. | Operate appropriate suctioning devices. | Operate appropriate suctioning devices. | |
Demonstrate suctioning using safe technique. | Perform suctioning using safe technique. | Perform suctioning using safe technique. | Perform suctioning using safe technique. | |
Adjust suctioning techniques to changes in patientÕs condition. | Adapt suctioning techniques to changes in patientÕs condition. | Adapt suctioning techniques to changes in patientÕs condition. | Adapt suctioning techniques to changes in patientÕs condition. | |
List potential complications of suctioning. | Explain potential complications of suctioning. | Explain potential complications of suctioning. | Explain potential complications of suctioning. | |
Demonstrate how to clean and disinfect suctioning equipment. | Perform cleaning and disinfection of suctioning equipment. | Perform cleaning and disinfection of suctioning equipment. | Perform cleaning and disinfection of suctioning equipment. | |
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5.1.c Suction beyond oropharynx. | N | A | C | C |
Identify indications for suctioning beyond the oropharynx. | Discuss indications for suctioning beyond the oropharynx. | Discuss indications for suctioning beyond the oropharynx. | ||
Identify equipment for suctioning beyond the oropharynx. | Describe equipment for suctioning beyond the oropharynx. | Describe equipment for suctioning beyond the oropharynx. | ||
Perform suctioning beyond oropharynx. | Perform suctioning beyond oropharynx. | |||
5.1 d Utilize oropharyngeal airway. | S | S | S | S |
Identify the purpose and indications for inserting an oropharyngeal airway. | Explain the purpose and indications for inserting an oropharyngeal airway. | Explain the purpose and indications for inserting an oropharyngeal airway. | Explain the purpose and indications for inserting an oropharyngeal airway. | |
Discuss oropharyngeal airway types and sizes. | Discuss oropharyngeal airway types and sizes. | Discuss oropharyngeal airway types and sizes. | Discuss oropharyngeal airway types and sizes. | |
Perform oropharyngeal airway sizing procedures. | Perform oropharyngeal airway sizing procedures. | Perform oropharyngeal airway sizing procedures. | Perform oropharyngeal airway sizing procedures. | |
Perform insertion of an oropharyngeal airway. | Perform insertion of an oropharyngeal airway. | Perform insertion of an oropharyngeal airway. | Perform insertion of an oropharyngeal airway. | |
Adjust to changes in patient presentation. | Adjust to changes in patient presentation. | Adjust to changes in patient presentation. | Adjust to changes in patient presentation. | |
5.1.e Utilize nasopharyngeal airway. | S | S | S | S |
Explain the purposes of and indications for inserting a nasopharyngeal airway. | Explain the purposes of and indications for inserting a nasopharyngeal airway. | Explain the purposes of and indications for inserting a nasopharyngeal airway. | Explain the purposes of and indications for inserting a nasopharyngeal airway. | |
Perform nasopharyngeal airway sizing procedures. | Perform nasopharyngeal airway sizing procedures. | Perform nasopharyngeal airway sizing procedures. | Perform nasopharyngeal airway sizing procedures. | |
Perform nasopharyngeal airway insertion. | Perform nasopharyngeal airway insertion. | Perform nasopharyngeal airway insertion. | Perform nasopharyngeal airway insertion. | |
Adjust to changes in patient presentation. | Adjust to changes in patient presentation. | Adjust to changes in patient presentation. | Adjust to changes in patient presentation. | |
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5.1.f Utilize airway devices not requiring visualization of vocal cords and not introduced endotracheally. | N | S | S | S |
Explain the purposes of and indications for airway devices not requiring visualization of vocal cords and not introduced endotracheally. | Explain the purposes of and indications for airway devices not requiring visualization of vocal cords and not introduced endotracheally. | Explain the purposes of and indications for airway devices not requiring visualization of vocal cords and not introduced endotracheally. | ||
Describe various types of airway devices not requiring visualization of vocal cords and not introduced endotracheally. | Describe various types of airway devices not requiring visualization of vocal cords and not introduced endotracheally. | Describe various types of airway devices not requiring visualization of vocal cords and not introduced endotracheally. | ||
Perform sizing procedures for airway devices not requiring visualization of vocal cords and not introduced endotracheally. | Perform sizing procedures for airway devices not requiring visualization of vocal cords and not introduced endotracheally. | Perform sizing procedures for airway devices not requiring visualization of vocal cords and not introduced endotracheally. | ||
Perform insertion of airway devices not requiring visualization of vocal cords and not introduced endotracheally. | Perform insertion of airway devices not requiring visualization of vocal cords and not introduced endotracheally. | Perform insertion of airway devices not requiring visualization of vocal cords and not introduced endotracheally. | ||
Adjust to changes in patient presentation. | Adjust to changes in patient presentation. | Adjust to changes in patient presentation. | ||
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5.1.g Utilize airway devices not requiring visualization of vocal cords and introduced endotracheally. | N | A | S | S |
Explain the purposes of and indications for airway devices not requiring visualization of vocal cords and introduced endotracheally. | Explain the purposes of and indications for airway devices not requiring visualization of vocal cords and introduced endotracheally. | Explain the purposes of and indications for airway devices not requiring visualization of vocal cords and introduced endotracheally. | ||
Describe various types of airway devices not requiring visualization of vocal cords and introduced endotracheally. | Describe various types of airway devices not requiring visualization of vocal cords and introduced endotracheally. | Describe various types of airway devices not requiring visualization of vocal cords and introduced endotracheally. | ||
Perform sizing procedures for airway devices not requiring visualization of vocal cords and introduced endotracheally. | Perform sizing procedures for airway devices not requiring visualization of vocal cords and introduced endotracheally. | |||
Demonstrate the insertion of various airway devices not requiring visualization of the vocal cords. | Demonstrate the insertion of various airway devices not requiring visualization of the vocal cords. | |||
Adjust to changes in patient presentation. | Adjust to changes in patient presentation. | |||
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5.1.h Utilize airway devices requiring visualization of vocal cords and introduced endotracheally. | N | A | C | C |
Explain the purposes of and indications for airway devices requiring visualization of vocal cords and introduced endotracheally. | Explain the purposes of and indications for airway devices requiring visualization of vocal cords and introduced endotracheally. | Explain the purposes of and indications for airway devices requiring visualization of vocal cords and introduced endotracheally. | ||
Describe the various types of airway devices requiring visualization of vocal cords and introduced endotracheally. | Describe the various types of airway devices requiring visualization of vocal cords and introduced endotracheally. | Describe the various types of airway devices requiring visualization of vocal cords and introduced endotracheally. | ||
Perform sizing procedures for airway devices requiring visualization of vocal cords and introduced endotracheally. | Perform sizing procedures for airway devices requiring visualization of vocal cords and introduced endotracheally. | |||
Perform insertion of airway devices requiring visualization of vocal cords and introduced endotracheally. | Perform insertion of airway devices requiring visualization of vocal cords and introduced endotracheally. | |||
Adjust to changes in patient presentation. | Adjust to changes in patient presentation. | |||
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5.1.i Remove airway foreign bodies (AFB). | S | S | S | S |
Identify the indications for AFB removal. | Identify the indications for AFB removal. | Identify the indications for AFB removal. | Identify the indications for AFB removal. | |
Describe the methods of relieving airway obstructions. | Describe the methods of relieving airway obstructions. | Describe the methods of relieving airway obstructions. | Describe the methods of relieving airway obstructions. | |
Describe the differences in technique required for AFB removal in various age groups. | Describe the differences in technique required for AFB removal in various age groups. | Describe the differences in technique required for AFB removal in various age groups. | Describe the differences in technique required for AFB removal in various age groups. | |
Perform AFB removal under a variety of presentations. | Perform AFB removal under a variety of presentations. | Perform AFB removal under a variety of presentations. | Perform AFB removal under a variety of presentations. | |
Adjust to changes in patient presentation. | Adjust to changes in patient presentation. | Adjust to changes in patient presentation. | Adjust to changes in patient presentation. | |
Identify potential complications of AFB removal. | Identify potential complications of AFB removal. | Discuss potential complications of AFB removal. | Discuss potential complications of AFB removal. | |
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5.1.j Remove foreign body by direct techniques. | N | A | S | S |
Identify the purposes of and indications for foreign body removal by forceps. | Identify the purposes of and indications for foreign body removal by forceps. | Identify the purposes of and indications for foreign body removal by forceps. | ||
Describe equipment used for foreign body removal by direct techniques. | Describe equipment used for foreign body removal by direct techniques. | Describe equipment used for foreign body removal by direct techniques. | ||
Perform direct techniques to remove a foreign body. | Perform direct techniques to remove a foreign body. | |||
Adjust to changes in patient presentation. | Adjust to changes in patient presentation. | |||
Identify potential complications of AFB removal by direct techniques. | Identify potential complications of AFB removal by direct techniques. | Identify potential complications of AFB removal by direct techniques. | ||
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5.1.k Conduct percutaneous cricothyroidotomy. | N | A | S | S |
Identify the purposes of and indications for percutaneous cricothyroidotomy. | Identify the purposes of and indications for percutaneous cricothyroidotomy. | Identify the purposes of and indications for percutaneous cricothyroidotomy. | ||
Describe equipment used for percutaneous cricothyroidotomy. | Describe equipment used for percutaneous cricothyroidotomy. | Describe equipment used for percutaneous cricothyroidotomy. | ||
Perform percutaneous cricothyroidotomy. | Perform percutaneous cricothyroidotomy. | |||
Adjust to changes in patient presentation. | Adjust to changes in patient presentation. | |||
Identify potential complications of percutaneous cricothyroidotomy. | Identify potential complications of percutaneous cricothyroidotomy. | Identify potential complications of percutaneous cricothyroidotomy. | ||
5.1.l Conduct surgical cricothyroidotomy. | N | A | S | S |
Identify the purposes of and indications for surgical cricothyroidotomy. | Identify the purposes of and indications for surgical cricothyroidotomy. | Identify the purposes of and indications for surgical cricothyroidotomy. | ||
Describe equipment used for surgical cricothyroidotomy. | Describe equipment used for surgical cricothyroidotomy. | Describe equipment used for surgical cricothyroidotomy. | ||
Perform surgical cricothyroidotomy. | Perform surgical cricothyroidotomy. | |||
Adjust to changes in patient presentation. | Adjust to changes in patient presentation. | |||
Identify potential complications of surgical cricothyroidotomy. | Identify potential complications of surgical cricothyroidotomy. | |||
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GENERAL COMPETENCY 5.2 Prepare oxygen delivery devices. | ||||
SPECIFIC COMPETENCY | SUB COMPETENCIES | |||
5.2.a Prepare oxygen delivery devices. | A | A | A | A |
Identify indications for oxygen administration. | Describe indications for oxygen administration. | Discuss indications for oxygen administration. | Discuss indications for oxygen administration. | |
Identify the purpose of oxygen administration. | Discuss the purpose of oxygen administration. | Explain the purpose of oxygen administration. | Explain the purpose of oxygen administration. | |
Identify oxygen administration complications. | Discuss oxygen administration complications. | Explain oxygen administration complications. | Explain oxygen administration complications. | |
Describe the safe handling of oxygen delivery systems. | Describe the safe handling of oxygen delivery systems. | Describe the safe handling of oxygen delivery systems. | Describe the safe handling of oxygen delivery systems. | |
Discuss oxygen administration precautions. | Discuss oxygen administration precautions. | Discuss oxygen administration precautions. | Discuss oxygen administration precautions. | |
Identify different oxygen cylinder types and sizes. | Identify different oxygen cylinder types and sizes. | Identify different oxygen cylinder types and sizes. | Identify different oxygen cylinder types and sizes. | |
Apply the formulas that determine oxygen cylinder factors, volume (or type) and maximum filling volumes and duration. | Apply the formulas that determine oxygen cylinder factors, volume (or type) and maximum filling volumes and duration. | Apply the formulas that determine oxygen cylinder factors, volume (or type) and maximum filling volumes and duration. | Apply the formulas that determine oxygen cylinder factors, volume (or type) and maximum filling volumes and duration. | |
Identify various types of oxygen delivery systems. | Identify various types of oxygen delivery systems. | Identify various types of oxygen delivery systems. | Identify various types of oxygen delivery systems. | |
Explain the difference between portable and fixed delivery systems. | Explain the difference between portable and fixed delivery systems. | Explain the difference between portable and fixed delivery systems. | Explain the difference between portable and fixed delivery systems. | |
5.2.b Utilize portable oxygen delivery systems. | S | P | P | P |
Describe the sequential steps for setting up oxygen delivery systems. | Describe the sequential steps for setting up oxygen delivery systems. | Describe the sequential steps for setting up oxygen delivery systems. | Describe the sequential steps for setting up oxygen delivery systems. | |
Operate oxygen delivery systems. | Operate oxygen delivery systems. | Operate oxygen delivery systems. | Operate oxygen delivery systems. | |
Demonstrate cleaning and disinfection of oxygen delivery systems. | Demonstrate cleaning and disinfection of oxygen delivery systems. | Demonstrate cleaning and disinfection of oxygen delivery systems. | Demonstrate cleaning and disinfection of oxygen delivery systems. | |
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GENERAL COMPETENCY 5.3 Deliver oxygen and administer manual ventilation. | ||||
SPECIFIC COMPETENCY | SUB COMPETENCIES | |||
5.3.a Administer oxygen using nasal cannula. | S | C | C | C |
Identify the purposes of and indications for the use of a nasal cannula. | Identify the purposes of and indications for the use of a nasal cannula. | Identify the purposes of and indications for the use of a nasal cannula. | Identify the purposes of and indications for the use of a nasal cannula. | |
List the steps for administration of oxygen by nasal cannula. | List the steps for administration of oxygen by nasal cannula. | List the steps for administration of oxygen by nasal cannula. | List the steps for administration of oxygen by nasal cannula. | |
Perform oxygen administration using a nasal cannula. | Perform oxygen administration using a nasal cannula. | Perform oxygen administration using a nasal cannula. | Perform oxygen administration using a nasal cannula. | |
Adjust to changes in patient presentation. | Adjust to changes in patient presentation. | Adjust to changes in patient presentation. | Adjust to changes in patient presentation. | |
5.3.b Administer oxygen using low concentration mask. | S | S | S | S |
Identify the purposes of and indications for the use of a low concentration mask. | Identify the purposes of and indications for the use of a low concentration mask. | Identify the purposes of and indications for the use of a low concentration mask. | Identify the purposes of and indications for the use of a low concentration mask. | |
List the steps for administration of oxygen by a low concentration mask. | List the steps for administration of oxygen by a low concentration mask. | List the steps for administration of oxygen by a low concentration mask. | List the steps for administration of oxygen by a low concentration mask. | |
Perform oxygen administration using a low concentration mask. | Perform oxygen administration using a low concentration mask. | Perform oxygen administration using a low concentration mask. | Perform oxygen administration using a low concentration mask. | |
Adjust to changes in patient presentation. | Adjust to changes in patient presentation. | Adjust to changes in patient presentation. | Adjust to changes in patient presentation. | |
5.3.c Administer oxygen using controlled concentration mask. | N | A | A | A |
Identify the purposes of and indications for the use of a controlled concentration oxygen mask. | Identify the purposes of and indications for the use of a controlled concentration oxygen mask. | Identify the purposes of and indications for the use of a controlled concentration oxygen mask. | ||
5.3.d Administer oxygen using high concentration mask. | S | C | C | C |
Identify the purposes of and indications for the use of a high concentration mask. | Identify the purposes of and indications for the use of a high concentration mask. | Identify the purposes of and indications for the use of a high concentration mask. | Identify the purposes of and indications for the use of a high concentration mask. | |
List the steps for administration of oxygen by a high concentration mask. | List the steps for administration of oxygen by a high concentration mask. | List the steps for administration of oxygen by a high concentration mask. | List the steps for administration of oxygen by a high concentration mask. | |
Perform oxygen administration using a high concentration mask. | Perform oxygen administration using a high concentration mask. | Perform oxygen administration using a high concentration mask. | Perform oxygen administration using a high concentration mask. | |
Adjust to changes in patient presentation. | Adjust to changes in patient presentation. | Adjust to changes in patient presentation. | Adjust to changes in patient presentation. | |
5.3.e Administer oxygen using pocket mask. | S | S | S | S |
Identify the purposes of and indications for the use of a pocket mask. | Identify the purposes of and indications for the use of a pocket mask. | Identify the purposes of and indications for the use of a pocket mask. | Identify the purposes of and indications for the use of a pocket mask. | |
List the steps for administration of oxygen by a pocket mask. | List the steps for administration of oxygen by a pocket mask. | List the steps for administration of oxygen by a pocket mask. | List the steps for administration of oxygen by a pocket mask. | |
Perform oxygen administration using a pocket mask. | Perform oxygen administration using a pocket mask. | Perform oxygen administration using a pocket mask. | Perform oxygen administration using a pocket mask. | |
Adjust to changes in patient presentation. | Adjust to changes in patient presentation. | Adjust to changes in patient presentation. | Adjust to changes in patient presentation. | |
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GENERAL COMPETENCY 5.4 Utilize ventilation equipment. | ||||
SPECIFIC COMPETENCY | SUB COMPETENCIES | |||
5.4.a Provide oxygenation and ventilation using manual positive pressure devices. | S | C | C | C |
Identify the purposes of and indications for the use of a manual positive pressure device. | Identify the purposes of and indications for the use of a manual positive pressure device. | Identify the purposes of and indications for the use of a manual positive pressure device. | Identify the purposes of and indications for the use of a manual positive pressure device. | |
List the steps for administration of oxygen by a manual positive pressure device. | List the steps for administration of oxygen by a manual positive pressure device. | List the steps for administration of oxygen by a manual positive pressure device. | List the steps for administration of oxygen by a manual positive pressure device. | |
Discuss rate, rhythm, volume, compliance and positive end expiratory pressure. | Discuss rate, rhythm, volume, compliance and positive end expiratory pressure. | Discuss rate, rhythm, volume, compliance and positive end expiratory pressure. | ||
Perform ventilation using a manual positive pressure device. | Perform ventilation using a manual positive pressure device. | Perform ventilation using a manual positive pressure device. | Perform ventilation using a manual positive pressure device. | |
Distinguish between one person or two person application of a manual positive pressure device. | Distinguish between one person or two person application of a manual positive pressure device. | Distinguish between one person or two person application of a manual positive pressure device. | Distinguish between one person or two person application of a manual positive pressure device. | |
Evaluate the effectiveness of ventilation. | Evaluate the effectiveness of ventilation. | Evaluate the effectiveness of ventilation. | ||
Adjust to changes in patient presentation. | Adjust to changes in patient presentation. | Adjust to changes in patient presentation. | Adjust to changes in patient presentation. | |
5.4.b Recognize indications for mechanical ventilation. | N | A | A | A |
Define Òmechanical ventilationÓ. | Define Òmechanical ventilationÓ. | Define Òmechanical ventilationÓ. | ||
Identify the various types of mechanical ventilation equipment. | Identify the various types of mechanical ventilation equipment. | Identify the various types of mechanical ventilation equipment. | ||
List indications for mechanical ventilation. | Discuss indications for mechanical ventilation. | Evaluate whether patient may benefit from mechanical ventilation. | ||
5.4.c Prepare mechanical ventilation equipment. | N | A | S | S |
Discuss potential complications and safety issues when using mechanical ventilation. | Discuss potential complications and safety issues when using mechanical ventilation. | Explain potential complications and safety issues when using mechanical ventilation. | ||
Describe vent circuit, end-tidal carbon dioxide, manometer, respirometer. | Describe vent circuit, end-tidal carbon dioxide, manometer, respirometer. | Describe vent circuit, end-tidal carbon dioxide, manometer, respirometer. | ||
Differentiate between intermittent mandatory ventilation, continuous mandatory ventilation, assist control, inverse ratio. | Differentiate between intermittent mandatory ventilation, continuous mandatory ventilation, assist control, inverse ratio. | Differentiate between intermittent mandatory ventilation, continuous mandatory ventilation, assist control, inverse ratio. | ||
Discuss continuous positive airway pressure, positive end expiratory pressure, non-invasive positive pressure ventilation. | Discuss continuous positive airway pressure, positive end expiratory pressure, non-invasive positive pressure ventilation. | Explain continuous positive airway pressure, positive end expiratory pressure, non-invasive positive pressure ventilation. | ||
Describe blender, saturated oxygen. | Describe blender, saturated oxygen. | Describe blender, saturated oxygen. | ||
Describe compliance, resistance, plateau pressure, inspiratory pressure, expiratory pressure, peak expiratory pressure, tidal volume, respiratory rate. | Describe compliance, resistance, plateau pressure, inspiratory pressure, expiratory pressure, peak expiratory pressure, tidal volume, respiratory rate. | Explain compliance, resistance, plateau pressure, inspiratory pressure, expiratory pressure, peak expiratory pressure, tidal volume, respiratory rate. | ||
Set up mechanical ventilator based on patient presentation. | Set up mechanical ventilator based on patient presentation. | |||
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5.4.d Provide mechanical ventilation. | N | A | S | C |
Describe use of mechanical ventilator based on patient presentation | Describe use of mechanical ventilator based on patient presentation | Describe use of mechanical ventilator based on patient presentation | ||
Describe the adjustment of parameters to changes in ventilatory and hemodynamic status | Describe the adjustment of parameters to changes in ventilatory and hemodynamic status | Describe the adjustment of parameters to changes in ventilatory and hemodynamic status | ||
Discuss the use of mechanical ventilator based on patient presentation | Discuss the use of mechanical ventilator based on patient presentation | Discuss the use of mechanical ventilator based on patient presentation | ||
Discuss the use of capnography and pulse oximetry | Discuss the use of capnography and pulse oximetry | Discuss the use of capnography and pulse oximetry | ||
Demonstrate use of mechanical ventilator based on patient presentation. | Demonstrate use of mechanical ventilator based on patient presentation. | |||
Adjust parameters to changes in ventilatory and hemodynamic status. | Adjust parameters to changes in ventilatory and hemodynamic status. | |||
Integrate the use of mechanical ventilator based on patient presentation. | Integrate the use of mechanical ventilator based on patient presentation. | |||
Integrate the use of capnography and pulse oximetry. | Integrate the use of pressure support, pressure control, manometry, respirometry and arterial blood gas analysis. | |||
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GENERAL COMPETENCY 5.5 Implement measures to maintain hemodynamic stability. | ||||
SPECIFIC COMPETENCY | SUB COMPETENCIES | |||
5.5.a Conduct cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). | S | S | S | S |
Identify the purposes of and indications for CPR. | Identify the purposes of and indications for CPR. | Identify the purposes of and indications for CPR. | Identify the purposes of and indications for CPR. | |
List the steps for CPR administration in a variety of presentations. | List the steps for CPR administration in a variety of presentations. | List the steps for CPR administration in a variety of presentations. | List the steps for CPR administration in a variety of presentations. | |
Perform CPR on various age groups. | Perform CPR on various age groups. | Perform CPR on various age groups. | Perform CPR on various age groups. | |
Perform CPR while moving a patient from site of collapse. | Perform CPR while moving a patient from site of collapse. | Perform CPR while moving a patient from site of collapse. | Perform CPR while moving a patient from site of collapse. | |
Discuss potential complications of CPR. | Discuss potential complications of CPR. | Discuss potential complications of CPR. | Discuss potential complications of CPR. | |
Adapt to changes in patient presentation. | Adapt to changes in patient presentation. | Adapt to changes in patient presentation. | Adapt to changes in patient presentation. | |
5.5.b Control external hemorrhage through the use of direct pressure and patient positioning. | S | S | S | S |
Identify the purposes of and indications for hemorrhage control through the use of direct pressure and patient positioning. | Identify the purposes of and indications for hemorrhage control through the use of direct pressure and patient positioning. | Identify the purposes of and indications for hemorrhage control through the use of direct pressure and patient positioning. | Identify the purposes of and indications for hemorrhage control through the use of direct pressure and patient positioning. | |
List the steps for hemorrhage control through the use of direct pressure and patient positioning. | List the steps for hemorrhage control through the use of direct pressure and patient positioning. | List the steps for hemorrhage control through the use of direct pressure and patient positioning. | List the steps for hemorrhage control through the use of direct pressure and patient positioning. | |
Perform hemorrhage control through the use of direct pressure and patient positioning. | Perform hemorrhage control through the use of direct pressure and patient positioning. | Perform hemorrhage control through the use of direct pressure and patient positioning. | Perform hemorrhage control through the use of direct pressure and patient positioning. | |
Discuss potential complications of hemorrhage control through the use of direct pressure and patient positioning. | Discuss potential complications of hemorrhage control through the use of direct pressure and patient positioning. | Discuss potential complications of hemorrhage control through the use of direct pressure and patient positioning. | Discuss potential complications of hemorrhage control through the use of direct pressure and patient positioning. | |
Adapt to changes in patient presentation. | Adapt to changes in patient presentation. | Adapt to changes in patient presentation. | Adapt to changes in patient presentation. | |
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5.5 c Maintain peripheral intravenous (IV) access devices and infusions of crystalloid solutions without additives. | N | C | P | P |
Describe equipment for peripheral IV infusion. | Describe equipment for peripheral IV infusion. | Describe equipment for peripheral IV infusion. | ||
Identify factors that affect the flow rate. | Identify factors that affect the flow rate. | Identify factors that affect the flow rate. | ||
Demonstrate the ability to discontinue an infusion following sequential steps. | Demonstrate the ability to discontinue an infusion following sequential steps. | Demonstrate the ability to discontinue an infusion following sequential steps. | ||
Adjust devices as required to maintain flow rates. | Adjust devices as required to maintain flow rates. | Adjust devices as required to maintain flow rates. | ||
5.5.d Conduct peripheral intravenous cannulation. | N | C | P | P |
Identify the purposes of and indications for peripheral IV cannulation. | Identify the purposes of and indications for peripheral IV cannulation. | Identify the purposes of and indications for peripheral IV cannulation. | ||
List the steps of peripheral IV cannulation. | List the steps of peripheral IV cannulation. | List the steps of peripheral IV cannulation. | ||
Perform peripheral IV cannulation. | Perform peripheral IV cannulation. | Perform peripheral IV cannulation. | ||
Discuss potential complications of peripheral IV cannulation. | Discuss potential complications of peripheral IV cannulation. | Discuss potential complications of peripheral IV cannulation. | ||
Adapt to changes in patient presentation. | Adapt to changes in patient presentation. | Adapt to changes in patient presentation. | ||
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5.5.e Conduct intraosseous needle insertion. | N | A | S | S |
Identify the purposes of and indications for intraosseous needle insertion. | Identify the purposes of and indications for intraosseous needle insertion. | Identify the purposes of and indications for intraosseous needle insertion. | ||
List the steps of intraosseous needle insertion. | List the steps of intraosseous needle insertion. | List the steps of intraosseous needle insertion. | ||
Perform intraosseous needle insertion. | Perform intraosseous needle insertion. | |||
Identify potential complications of intraosseous needle insertion. | Discuss potential complications of intraosseous needle insertion. | Discuss potential complications of intraosseous needle insertion. | ||
Adapt to changes in patient presentation. | Adapt to changes in patient presentation. | |||
5.5.f Utilize direct pressure infusion devices with intravenous infusions. | N | S | S | S |
Discuss purposes of and indications for pressure infusion. | Discuss purposes of and indications for pressure infusion. | Discuss purposes of and indications for pressure infusion. | ||
Discuss the principles and techniques for applying added pressure to an infusion line. | Discuss the principles and techniques for applying added pressure to an infusion line. | Explain the principles and techniques for applying added pressure to an infusion line. | ||
Perform direct pressure infusions. | Perform direct pressure infusions. | Perform direct pressure infusions. | ||
Adjust to changes in patient presentation. | Adjust to changes in patient presentation. | Adjust to changes in patient presentation. | ||
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5.5.g Administer volume expanders (colloid and non-crystalloid). | N | A | S | S |
Explain the reasons for administration of volume expanders. | Explain the reasons for administration of volume expanders. | Explain the reasons for administration of volume expanders. | ||
List equipment for administration of volume expanders. | Set up equipment for administration of volume expanders. | Set up equipment for administration of volume expanders. | ||
Demonstrate the administration of volume expanders. | Demonstrate the administration of volume expanders. | |||
5.5 h Administer blood and/or blood products. | N | A | A | S |
Describe the components of blood. | Describe the components of blood. | Describe the components of blood. | ||
Discuss blood types. | Discuss blood types. | Discuss blood types. | ||
List products derived from blood. | List products derived from blood. | Distinguish between products derived from blood. | ||
List precautions for handling blood. | List precautions for handling blood. | Demonstrate safe handling of blood. | ||
List potential complications of blood transfusions. | List potential complications of blood transfusions. | Discuss potential complications of blood transfusions. | ||
Perform the administration of blood and/or blood products. | ||||
Integrate the administration of blood and blood products with volume expanders. | ||||
Adjust patient care based on presentation. | ||||
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5.5.i Conduct automated external defibrillation. | S | S | S | S |
Define ÒdefibrillationÓ. | Explain defibrillation. | Explain defibrillation. | Explain defibrillation. | |
Describe the purposes of automated external defibrillation. | Explain the purposes of automated external defibrillation. | Explain the purposes of automated external defibrillation. | Explain the purposes of automated external defibrillation. | |
Discuss the indications for automated external defibrillation. | Discuss the indications for automated external defibrillation. | Discuss the indications for automated external defibrillation. | Discuss the indications for automated external defibrillation. | |
Identify the various types of automated external defibrillator. | Discuss the various types of automated external defibrillator. | Discuss the various types of automated external defibrillator. | Discuss the various types of automated external defibrillator. | |
List complications to the use of automated external defibrillation. | Explain complications to the use of automated external defibrillation. | Explain complications to the use of automated external defibrillation. | Explain complications to the use of automated external defibrillation. | |
Apply the established standards of automated external defibrillation equipment maintenance. | Apply the established standards of automated external defibrillation equipment maintenance. | Apply the established standards of automated external defibrillation equipment maintenance. | Apply the established standards of automated external defibrillation equipment maintenance. | |
Operate an automated external defibrillator. | Operate an automated external defibrillator. | Operate an automated external defibrillator. | Operate an automated external defibrillator. | |
Integrate CPR procedures and automated external defibrillation procedures. | Integrate CPR procedures and automated external defibrillation procedures. | Integrate CPR procedures and automated external defibrillation procedures. | Integrate CPR procedures and automated external defibrillation procedures. | |
Adapt procedures to patient presentation. | Integrate procedures to patient presentation. | Integrate procedures to patient presentation. | Integrate procedures to patient presentation. | |
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5.5.j Conduct manual defibrillation. | N | A | S | S |
Distinguish between automated external defibrillation and manual defibrillation. | Explain the differences between automated external defibrillation and manual defibrillation. | Explain the differences between automated external defibrillation and manual defibrillation. | ||
Describe the purposes of manual defibrillation. | Explain the purposes of manual defibrillation. | Explain the purposes of manual defibrillation. | ||
Identify the indications for manual defibrillation. | Discuss the indications for manual defibrillation. | Discuss the indications for manual defibrillation. | ||
Identify the various types of manual defibrillators. | Discuss the various types of manual defibrillators. | Discuss the various types of manual defibrillators. | ||
Identify complications to the use of manual defibrillation. | Explain complications to the use of manual defibrillation. | Explain complications to the use of manual defibrillation. | ||
Apply the established standards of manual defibrillation equipment maintenance. | Apply the established standards of manual defibrillation equipment maintenance. | |||
Identify situations where manual defibrillation is required. | Discuss situations where manual defibrillation is required. | Discuss situations where manual defibrillation is required. | ||
Operate a manual defibrillator. | Operate a manual defibrillator. | |||
Integrate CPR procedures and manual defibrillation procedures. | Integrate CPR procedures and manual defibrillation procedures. | |||
Adapt manual defibrillation procedures to patient presentation. | Adapt manual defibrillation procedures to patient presentation. | |||
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5.5.k Conduct cardioversion. | N | A | S | S |
Describe cardioversion. | Explain cardioversion. | Explain cardioversion. | ||
Identify the medical conditions that require cardioversion. | Discuss the medical conditions that require cardioversion. | Discuss the medical conditions that require cardioversion. | ||
Identify equipment required for cardioversion. | Discuss equipment required for cardioversion. | Discuss equipment required for cardioversion. | ||
Identify complications of cardioversion. | Explain complications of cardioversion. | Explain complications of cardioversion. | ||
Set up equipment for cardioversion. | Set up equipment for cardioversion. | |||
Demonstrate cardioversion. | Demonstrate cardioversion. | |||
Adjust procedures to patient presentation. | Adjust procedures to patient presentation. | |||
Integrate CPR and manual cardioversion. | Integrate CPR and manual cardioversion. | |||
Integrate sedative and analgesic therapies with manual cardioversion. | Integrate sedative and analgesic therapies with manual cardioversion. | |||
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5.5.l Conduct transcutaneous pacing. | N | A | S | S |
Describe transcutaneous pacing. | Explain transcutaneous pacing. | Explain transcutaneous pacing. | ||
Identify situations where transcutaneous pacing is indicated. | Discuss situations where transcutaneous pacing is indicated. | Discuss situations where transcutaneous pacing is indicated. | ||
Identify equipment for transcutaneous pacing. | Discuss equipment for transcutaneous pacing. | Discuss equipment for transcutaneous pacing. | ||
Identify complications of transcutaneous pacing. | Explain complications of transcutaneous pacing. | Explain complications of transcutaneous pacing. | ||
Set up equipment required for transcutaneous pacing. | Set up equipment required for transcutaneous pacing. | |||
Demonstrate transcutaneous pacing. | Demonstrate transcutaneous pacing. | |||
Adjust procedures to patient presentation. | Adjust procedures to patient presentation. | |||
Integrate sedative and analgesic therapies with transcutaneous pacing. | Integrate sedative and analgesic therapies with transcutaneous pacing. | |||
5.5.m Maintain transvenous pacing. | N | N | A | S |
Identify situations where transvenous pacing is indicated. | Discuss situations where transvenous pacing is indicated. | |||
Identify equipment required for transvenous pacing. | Identify equipment required for transvenous pacing. | |||
Explain complications of transvenous pacing. | ||||
Set up equipment for transvenous pacing. | ||||
Demonstrate transvenous pacing. | ||||
Adjust procedures to patient presentation. | ||||
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5.5.n Maintain intra-aortic balloon pumps. | N | N | A | A |
Describe the purpose of intra-aortic balloon pumps. | Explain the purpose of intra-aortic balloon pumps. | |||
Identify the complications of intra-aortic balloon pumps during transport. | Explain the complications of intra-aortic balloon pumps during transport. | |||
5.5.o Provide routine care for patient with urinary catheter. | N | S | C | C |
Identify the purpose of a urinary catheter. | Identify the purpose of a urinary catheter. | Identify the purpose of a urinary catheter. | ||
Identify equipment for catheterization. | Identify equipment for catheterization. | Identify equipment for catheterization. | ||
Explain how the size of the catheter can affect the patient. | Explain how the size of the catheter can affect the patient. | Explain how the size of the catheter can affect the patient. | ||
Explain relationship between urine output and patient condition. | Explain relationship between urine output and patient condition. | Explain relationship between urine output and patient condition. | ||
Demonstrate the appropriate technique when caring for equipment and patient. | Perform the appropriate technique when caring for equipment and patient. | Perform the appropriate technique when caring for equipment and patient. | ||
Explain potential complications to catheter care. | Explain potential complications to catheter care. | Explain potential complications to catheter care. | ||
Demonstrate how to drain and measure urine output. | Demonstrate how to drain and measure urine output. | Demonstrate how to drain and measure urine output. | ||
Adapt care procedures to patient presentation. | Adapt care procedures to patient presentation. | Adapt care procedures to patient presentation. | ||
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5.5.p Provide routine care for patient with ostomy drainage system. | N | A | S | S |
Identify the purpose of an ostomy drainage system. | Identify the purpose of an ostomy drainage system. | Identify the purpose of an ostomy drainage system. | ||
Identify equipment for ostomy drainage. | Identify equipment for ostomy drainage. | Identify equipment for ostomy drainage. | ||
Identify the site of the ostomy and relate to patient condition. | Explain the site of the ostomy and relate to patient condition. | Explain the site of the ostomy and relate to patient condition. | ||
Describe the components of drainage bag. | Describe the components of drainage bag. | Describe the components of drainage bag. | ||
Demonstrate routine care for patient with an ostomy drainage system. | Demonstrate routine care for patient with an ostomy drainage system. | |||
5.5.q Provide routine care for patient with non-catheter urinary drainage system. | N | A | A | A |
Identify equipment for non-catheter urinary drainage . | Discuss equipment for non-catheter urinary drainage. | Discuss equipment for non-catheter urinary drainage. | ||
Relate urine output to patient condition. | Relate urine output to patient condition. | Relate urine output to patient condition. | ||
Identify the purpose of non-catheter urinary drainage. | Discuss the purpose of non-catheter urinary drainage. | Discuss the purpose of non-catheter urinary drainage. | ||
Describe procedures for the routine care of a patient with non-catheter drainage system. | Discuss procedures for the routine care of a patient with non-catheter drainage system. | Discuss procedures for the routine care of a patient with non-catheter drainage system. | ||
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5.5.r Monitor chest tubes. | N | A | S | C |
Describe the purpose of a chest tube. | Explain the purpose of a chest tube. | Explain the purpose of a chest tube. | ||
Describe indications for the use of chest tubes. | Explain indications for the use of chest tubes. | Explain indications for the use of chest tubes. | ||
Identify the components of a closed chest tube system. | Describe the components of a closed chest tube system. | Describe the components of a closed chest tube system. | ||
Perform monitoring techniques for the application of existing chest drainage systems. | Perform monitoring techniques for the application of existing chest drainage systems. | |||
Adapt techniques to all age groups and patient presentations. | Adapt techniques to all age groups and patient presentations. | |||
5.5.s Conduct needle thoracostomy. | N | A | S | S |
Describe indications for needle thoracostomy. | Discuss indications for needle thoracostomy. | Discuss indications for needle thoracostomy. | ||
Identify equipment for needle thoracostomy. | Describe equipment for needle thoracostomy. | Describe equipment for needle thoracostomy. | ||
Demonstrate performance of needle thoracostomy. | Demonstrate performance of needle thoracostomy. | |||
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5.5.t Conduct oral and nasal gastric tube insertion. | N | A | S | C |
Describe indications for oral and nasal gastric intubation. | Discuss indications for oral and nasal gastric intubation. | Apply indications for oral and nasal gastric intubation. | ||
Identify equipment for oral and nasal gastric intubation. | Describe equipment for oral and nasal gastric intubation. | Describe equipment for oral and nasal gastric intubation. | ||
Demonstrate oral and nasal gastric tube insertion. | Perform oral and nasal gastric tube insertion. | |||
Adapt techniques to age groups and patient types. | Adapt techniques to age groups and patient types. | |||
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5.5.u Conduct urinary catheterization. | N | A | S | C |
Describe the indications for urinary catheterization. | Describe the indications for urinary catheterization. | Discuss the indications for urinary catheterization. | ||
Identify the equipment needed for urinary catheterization. | Identify the equipment needed for urinary catheterization. | Describe the equipment needed for urinary catheterization. | ||
Identify the differences to catheterization between males and females. | Describe the differences to catheterization between males and females. | Describe the differences to catheterization between males and females. | ||
Perform urinary catheterization on males and females. | Perform urinary catheterization on males and females. | |||
Adapt techniques to various age groups and special situations. | ||||
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GENERAL COMPETENCY 5.6 Provide basic care for soft tissue injuries. | ||||
SPECIFIC COMPETENCY | SUB COMPETENCIES | |||
5.6.a Treat soft tissue injuries. | S | P | P | P |
Identify the purposes of and indications for soft tissue dressing, bandaging and immobilization. | Identify the purposes of and indications for soft tissue dressing, bandaging and immobilization. | Identify the purposes of and indications for soft tissue dressing, bandaging and immobilization. | Identify the purposes of and indications for soft tissue dressing, bandaging and immobilization. | |
Describe the various types of dressings and bandages. | Describe the various types of dressings and bandages. | Describe the various types of dressings and bandages. | Describe the various types of dressings and bandages. | |
Demonstrate appropriate dressing, bandaging and immobilization procedures. | Perform appropriate dressing, bandaging and immobilization procedures. | Perform appropriate dressing, bandaging and immobilization procedures. | Perform appropriate dressing, bandaging and immobilization procedures. | |
Adjust to changes in patient presentation. | Adjust to changes in patient presentation. | Adjust to changes in patient presentation. | ||
5.6.b Treat burn. | S | S | S | S |
Identify the purposes of and indications for dressing a burn. | Identify the purposes of and indications for dressing a burn. | Identify the purposes of and indications for dressing a burn. | Identify the purposes of and indications for dressing a burn. | |
Describe types of burn dressings. | Describe types of burn dressings. | Describe types of burn dressings. | Describe types of burn dressings. | |
Demonstrate application of burn dressing. | Demonstrate application of burn dressing. | Demonstrate application of burn dressing. | Demonstrate application of burn dressing. | |
Adjust to changes in patient presentation. | Adjust to changes in patient presentation. | Adjust to changes in patient presentation. | ||
5.6.c Treat eye injury. | S | S | S | S |
Identify the purposes of and indications for an eye dressing. | Identify the purposes of and indications for an eye dressing. | Identify the purposes of and indications for an eye dressing. | Identify the purposes of and indications for an eye dressing. | |
Describe types of eye dressings. | Describe types of eye dressings. | Describe types of eye dressings. | Describe types of eye dressings. | |
Demonstrate application of eye dressing. | Demonstrate application of eye dressing. | Demonstrate application of eye dressing. | Demonstrate application of eye dressing. | |
Adjust to changes in patient presentation. | Adjust to changes in patient presentation. | Adjust to changes in patient presentation. | ||
5.6.d Treat penetration wound. | S | S | S | S |
Identify the purposes of and indications for dressing a penetration wound. | Identify the purposes of and indications for dressing a penetration wound. | Identify the purposes of and indications for dressing a penetration wound. | Identify the purposes of and indications for dressing a penetration wound. | |
Describe types of penetration wound dressings. | Describe types of penetration wound dressings. | Describe types of penetration wound dressings. | Describe types of penetration wound dressings. | |
Demonstrate application of penetration wound dressing. | Demonstrate application of penetration wound dressing. | Demonstrate application of penetration wound dressing. | Demonstrate application of penetration wound dressing. | |
Adjust to changes in patient presentation. | Adjust to changes in patient presentation. | Adjust to changes in patient presentation. | ||
5.6.e Treat local cold injury. | S | S | S | S |
Describe methods for local cold injury assessment. | Describe methods for local cold injury assessment. | Describe methods for local cold injury assessment. | Describe methods for local cold injury assessment. | |
Identify the purposes of and indications for caring for local cold injury. | Identify the purposes of and indications for caring for local cold injury. | Identify the purposes of and indications for caring for local cold injury. | Identify the purposes of and indications for caring for local cold injury. | |
Identify the types of tissue damage that may result from local cold injury. | Identify the types of tissue damage that may result from local cold injury. | Identify the types of tissue damage that may result from local cold injury. | Identify the types of tissue damage that may result from local cold injury. | |
Demonstrate provision of care for local cold injury. | Demonstrate provision of care for local cold injury. | Demonstrate provision of care for local cold injury. | Demonstrate provision of care for local cold injury. | |
Adjust to changes in patient presentation. | Adjust to changes in patient presentation. | Adjust to changes in patient presentation. | ||
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5.6.f Provide routine wound care. | S | S | S | |
Describe the stages of wound healing | Describe the stages of wound healing | Describe the stages of wound healing | ||
Describe common dressings and therapies associated with wound care. | Describe common dressings and therapies associated with wound care. | Describe common dressings and therapies associated with wound care. | ||
Explain the ongoing care associated with wound management | Explain the ongoing care associated with wound management | Explain the ongoing care associated with wound management | ||
Explain the process of suturing/stapling and suture/staple removal | Explain the process of suturing/stapling and suture/staple removal | Explain the process of suturing/stapling and suture/staple removal | ||
Perform wound care. | Perform wound care. | Perform wound care. | ||
Utilize sterile or aseptic technique as appropriate. | Utilize sterile or aseptic technique as appropriate. | Utilize sterile or aseptic technique as appropriate. | ||
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GENERAL COMPETENCY 5.7 Immobilize actual and suspected fractures. | ||||
SPECIFIC COMPETENCY | SUB COMPETENCIES | |||
5.7.a Immobilize suspected fractures involving appendicular skeleton. | S | S | S | S |
Identify signs and symptoms of a possible fracture not involving the spinal column. | Identify signs and symptoms of possible fractures to the appendicular skeleton. | Identify signs and symptoms of possible fractures to the appendicular skeleton. | Identify signs and symptoms of possible fractures to the appendicular skeleton. | |
Distinguish between open and closed fractures. | Distinguish between open and closed fractures. | Distinguish between open and closed fractures. | Distinguish between open and closed fractures. | |
Evaluate commercially manufactured splints for use based on patient presentation. | Evaluate commercially manufactured splints for use based on patient presentation. | Evaluate commercially manufactured splints for use based on patient presentation. | ||
Modify splints to meet patient needs. | Modify splints to meet patient needs. | Modify splints to meet patient needs. | Modify splints to meet patient needs. | |
Explain how the mechanism of injury and illness can affect injuries to the appendicular skeleton. | Explain how the mechanism of injury and illness can affect injuries to the appendicular skeleton. | Explain how the mechanism of injury and illness can affect injuries to the appendicular skeleton. | ||
Demonstrate appropriate treatment to suspected fractures. | Perform appropriate treatment to suspected fractures. | Perform appropriate treatment to suspected fractures. | Perform appropriate treatment to suspected fractures. | |
5.7.b Immobilize suspected fractures involving axial skeleton. | S | P | P | P |
Identify signs and symptoms of possible injury to the spinal column. | Identify signs and symptoms of possible fracture injury to the axial skeleton. | Identify signs and symptoms of possible fracture injury to the axial skeleton. | Identify signs and symptoms of possible fracture injury to the axial skeleton. | |
Describe the relationship of kinematics to potential spinal injury. | Describe the relationship of kinematics to potential spinal injury. | Describe the relationship of kinematics to potential spinal injury. | ||
Evaluate commercially manufactured immobilization devices for use based on patient presentation. | Evaluate commercially manufactured immobilization devices for use based on patient presentation. | Evaluate commercially manufactured immobilization devices for use based on patient presentation. | ||
Modify immobilization devices to meet patient needs. | Modify immobilization devices to meet patient needs. | Modify immobilization devices to meet patient needs. | Modify immobilization devices to meet patient needs. | |
Demonstrate treatment of suspected fractures involving the axial skeleton. | Perform treatment of suspected fractures involving the axial skeleton. | Perform treatment of suspected fractures involving the axial skeleton. | Perform treatment of suspected fractures involving the axial skeleton. | |
5.7.c Reduce fractures and dislocations | N | X | A | A |
Define "Closed Reduction" | Define "Closed Reduction" | Define "Closed Reduction" | ||
Discuss the indications for fracture and dislocation reduction | Discuss the indications for fracture and dislocation reduction | Discuss the indications for fracture and dislocation reduction | ||
Discuss possible complications and their signs and symptoms of fracture and dislocation reduction | Discuss possible complications and their signs and symptoms of fracture reduction | |||
Describe the process of fracture and dislocation reduction | Describe the process of fracture and dislocation reduction | |||
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GENERAL COMPETENCY 5.8 Administer medications. | ||||
SPECIFIC COMPETENCY | SUB COMPETENCIES | |||
5.8.a Recognize principles of pharmacology as applied to medications listed in Appendix 5. | A | A | A | |
Identify the sources for medications. | Identify the sources for medications. | Identify the sources for medications. | ||
Describe mechanisms of entry, absorption, site of action, metabolism and elimination. | Explain mechanisms of entry, absorption, site of action, metabolism and elimination. | Explain mechanisms of entry, absorption, site of action, metabolism and elimination. | ||
Perform calculation to determine the amount of medication required for expected action. | Perform calculation to determine the amount of medication required for expected action. | Perform calculation to determine the amount of medication required for expected action. | ||
Explain factors that affect the absorption, distribution and elimination of a medication. | Explain factors that affect the absorption, distribution and elimination of a medication. | Explain factors that affect the absorption, distribution and elimination of a medication. | ||
Discuss indications, relative and absolute contraindications, side effects, dosage parameters, and safe administration process for each medication. | Discuss indications, relative and absolute contraindications, side effects, dosage parameters, and safe administration process for each medication. | Discuss indications, relative and absolute contraindications, side effects, dosage parameters, and safe administration process for each medication. | ||
Identify drug classification. | Identify drug classification. | Identify drug classification. | ||
Identify chemical, generic, trade and official names for all medications. | Identify chemical, generic, trade and official names for all medications. | Identify chemical, generic, trade and official names for all medications. | ||
Discuss the information found within an appropriate medication references. | Explain the information found within an appropriate medication references. | Explain the information found within an appropriate medication references. | ||
5.8.a Recognize principles of pharmacology as applied to medications listed in Appendix 5. - Continued | A | A | A | |
Explain formulations related to administration. | Explain formulations related to administration. | Explain formulations related to administration. | ||
Define pharmacological terminology and abbreviations. | Define pharmacological terminology and abbreviations. | Define pharmacological terminology and abbreviations. | ||
List the signs, symptoms and side-effects of iatrogenic overdose. | Discuss the signs, symptoms and side-effects of iatrogenic overdose. | Analyze the signs, symptoms and side-effects of iatrogenic overdose. | ||
5.8.b Follow safe process for responsible medication administration. | N | C | P | P |
Explain the ÒFive RightsÓ of medication administration. | Explain the ÒFive RightsÓ of medication administration. | Explain the ÒFive RightsÓ of medication administration. | ||
Distinguish between the different drug administration routes. | Distinguish between the different drug administration routes. | Distinguish between the different drug administration routes. | ||
Describe how medication administration protocols are applied to specific patient presentations. | Discuss how medication administration protocols are applied to specific patient presentations. | Explain how medication administration protocols are applied to specific patient presentations. | ||
Apply policies when medication administration errors occur. | Apply policies when medication administration errors occur. | Apply policies when medication administration errors occur. | ||
Explain the role of the paramedic in medication administration. | Explain the role of the paramedic in medication administration. | Explain the role of the paramedic in medication administration. | ||
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5.8.b Follow safe process for responsible medication administration. - Continued | N | C | P | P |
Demonstrate how to provide medications using a sequential step method of administration. | Demonstrate how to provide medications using a sequential step method of administration. | Demonstrate how to provide medications using a sequential step method of administration. | ||
Demonstrate how to prepare a patient for medication administration. | Demonstrate how to prepare a patient for medication administration. | Demonstrate how to prepare a patient for medication administration. | ||
Demonstrate how to measure the required quantity of medication. | Demonstrate how to measure the required quantity of medication. | Demonstrate how to measure the required quantity of medication. | ||
Set up the supplies required for the specific route of drug administration. | Set up the supplies required for the specific route of drug administration. | Set up the supplies required for the specific route of drug administration. | ||
Receive consent before administration of medications. | Receive consent before administration of medications. | Receive consent before administration of medications. | ||
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5.8.c Administer medication via subcutaneous route. | N | S | S | S |
Identify medical conditions and indications for subcutaneous administration of a medication. | Evaluate medical conditions and indications for subcutaneous administration of a medication. | Evaluate medical conditions and indications for subcutaneous administration of a medication. | ||
Apply proper calculations for correct medication requirement for the patient presentation. | Apply proper calculations for correct medication requirement for the patient presentation. | Apply proper calculations for correct medication requirement for the patient presentation. | ||
Distinguish those approved drugs that are given via subcutaneous routes. | Distinguish those approved drugs that are given via subcutaneous routes. | Distinguish those approved drugs that are given via subcutaneous routes. | ||
Evaluate appropriate site for the injection. | Evaluate appropriate site for the injection. | Evaluate appropriate site for the injection. | ||
Discuss the benefit of medication administration via subcutaneous route in comparison to other routes. | Evaluate the benefit of medication administration via subcutaneous route in comparison to other routes. | Evaluate the benefit of medication administration via subcutaneous route in comparison to other routes. | ||
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5.8.c Administer medication via subcutaneous route. - Continued | N | S | S | S |
Demonstrate how to provide subcutaneous medications using a sequential step method of administration. | Demonstrate how to provide subcutaneous medications using a sequential step method of administration. | Demonstrate how to provide subcutaneous medications using a sequential step method of administration. | ||
Demonstrate how to prepare a patient for subcutaneous medication administration. | Demonstrate how to prepare a patient for subcutaneous medication administration. | Demonstrate how to prepare a patient for subcutaneous medication administration. | ||
Demonstrate how to measure the required quantity of medication. | Demonstrate how to measure the required quantity of medication. | Demonstrate how to measure the required quantity of medication. | ||
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5.8.d Administer medication via intramuscular route. | S | C | C | |
Identify medical conditions, and indications for intramuscular administration of a medication. | Evaluate medical conditions, and indications for intramuscular administration of a medication. | Evaluate medical conditions, and indications for intramuscular administration of a medication. | ||
Apply proper calculations for correct medication requirement for the patient presentation. | Apply proper calculations for correct medication requirement for the patient presentation. | Apply proper calculations for correct medication requirement for the patient presentation. | ||
Distinguish those approved drugs that are given via intramuscular routes. | Distinguish those approved drugs that are given via intramuscular routes. | Distinguish those approved drugs that are given via intramuscular routes. | ||
Evaluate appropriate site for the injection. | Evaluate appropriate site for the injection. | Evaluate appropriate site for the injection. | ||
Discuss the benefit of medication administration via intramuscular route in comparison to other routes. | Evaluate the benefit of medication administration via intramuscular route in comparison to other routes. | Evaluate the benefit of medication administration via intramuscular route in comparison to other routes. | ||
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5.8.d Administer medication via intramuscular route. - Continued | S | C | C | |
Demonstrate how to provide intramuscular medications using a sequential step method of administration. | Demonstrate how to provide intramuscular medications using a sequential step method of administration. | Demonstrate how to provide intramuscular medications using a sequential step method of administration. | ||
Demonstrate how to prepare a patient for intramuscular medication administration. | Demonstrate how to prepare a patient for intramuscular medication administration. | Demonstrate how to prepare a patient for intramuscular medication administration. | ||
Demonstrate how to measure the required quantity of medication. | Demonstrate how to measure the required quantity of medication. | Demonstrate how to measure the required quantity of medication. | ||
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5.8.e Administer medication via intravenous route. | N | A | P | P |
Describe medical conditions and patient indications for intravenous administration of a medication. | Evaluate medical conditions and patient indications for intravenous administration of a medication. | Evaluate medical conditions and patient indications for intravenous administration of a medication. | ||
Apply proper calculations for correct medication requirement for the patient presentation. | Apply proper calculations for correct medication requirement for the patient presentation. | Apply proper calculations for correct medication requirement for the patient presentation. | ||
Identify those approved drugs that are given via intravenous routes. | Distinguish those approved drugs that are given via intravenous routes. | Distinguish those approved drugs that are given via intravenous routes. | ||
Explain the benefit of medication administration via intravenous route in comparison to other routes. | Evaluate the benefit of medication administration via intravenous route in comparison to other routes. | Evaluate the benefit of medication administration via intravenous route in comparison to other routes. | ||
Demonstrate how to provide intravenous medications using a sequential step method. | Demonstrate how to provide intravenous medications using a sequential step method. | |||
Demonstrate how to prepare a patient for intravenous administration of a medication. | Demonstrate how to prepare a patient for intravenous administration of a medication. | |||
Demonstrate how to measure the required quantity of intravenous medication. | Demonstrate how to measure the required quantity of intravenous medication. | |||
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5.8.f Administer medication via intraosseous route. | N | A | S | S |
List medical conditions and patient indications for intraosseous administration of a medication. | List medical conditions and patient indications for intraosseous administration of a medication. | List medical conditions and patient indications for intraosseous administration of a medication. | ||
Apply proper calculations for correct medication requirement for the patient presentation. | Apply proper calculations for correct medication requirement for the patient presentation. | Apply proper calculations for correct medication requirement for the patient presentation. | ||
Identify those approved drugs that are given via intraosseous routes. | Distinguish those approved drugs that are given via intraosseous routes. | Distinguish those approved drugs that are given via intraosseous routes. | ||
Identify appropriate site for the injection. | Evaluate appropriate site for the injection. | Evaluate appropriate site for the injection. | ||
Explain the benefit of medication administration via intraosseous route in comparison to other routes. | Evaluate the benefit of medication administration via intraosseous route in comparison to other routes. | Evaluate the benefit of medication administration via intraosseous route in comparison to other routes. | ||
Demonstrate how to provide intraosseous medications using a sequential step method. | Demonstrate how to provide intraosseous medications using a sequential step method. | |||
Demonstrate how to prepare a patient for intraosseous administration of a medication. | Demonstrate how to prepare a patient for intraosseous administration of a medication. | |||
Demonstrate how to measure the required quantity of intraosseous medication. | Demonstrate how to measure the required quantity of intraosseous medication. | |||
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5.8.g Administer medication via endotracheal route. | N | A | S | S |
List medical conditions and patient indications for endotracheal administration of a medication. | List medical conditions and patient indications for endotracheal administration of a medication. | List medical conditions and patient indications for endotracheal administration of a medication. | ||
Apply proper calculations for correct medication requirement for the patient presentation. | Apply proper calculations for correct medication requirement for the patient presentation. | Apply proper calculations for correct medication requirement for the patient presentation. | ||
Identify the benefit of medication administration via endotracheal route in comparison to other routes. | Evaluate the benefit of medication administration via endotracheal route in comparison to other routes. | Evaluate the benefit of medication administration via endotracheal route in comparison to other routes. | ||
Identify those approved drugs that are given via endotracheal route. | Distinguish those approved drugs that are given via endotracheal route. | Distinguish those approved drugs that are given via endotracheal route. | ||
Explain the benefit of medication administration via endotracheal route in comparison to other routes. | Evaluate the benefit of medication administration via endotracheal route in comparison to other routes. | Evaluate the benefit of medication administration via endotracheal route in comparison to other routes. | ||
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5.8.g Administer medication via endotracheal route. - Continued | N | A | S | S |
Demonstrate how to provide endotracheal medications using a sequential step method. | Demonstrate how to provide endotracheal medications using a sequential step method. | |||
Demonstrate how to prepare a patient for endotracheal administration of a medication. | Demonstrate how to prepare a patient for endotracheal administration of a medication. | |||
Demonstrate how to measure the required quantity of endotracheal medication. | Demonstrate how to measure the required quantity of endotracheal medication. | |||
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5.8.h Administer medication via sublingual route. | N | S | C | C |
Evaluate medical conditions, and indications for sublingual administration of a medication. | Evaluate medical conditions, and indications for sublingual administration of a medication. | Evaluate medical conditions, and indications for sublingual administration of a medication. | ||
Apply proper calculations for correct medication requirement for the patient presentation. | Apply proper calculations for correct medication requirement for the patient presentation. | Apply proper calculations for correct medication requirement for the patient presentation. | ||
Distinguish those approved drugs that are given via sublingual routes. | Distinguish those approved drugs that are given via sublingual routes. | Distinguish those approved drugs that are given via sublingual routes. | ||
Discuss the benefit of medication administration via sublingual route in comparison to other routes. | Evaluate the benefit of medication administration via sublingual route in comparison to other routes. | Evaluate the benefit of medication administration via sublingual route in comparison to other routes. | ||
Demonstrate how to provide sublingual medications using a sequential step method of administration. | Demonstrate how to provide sublingual medications using a sequential step method of administration. | Demonstrate how to provide sublingual medications using a sequential step method of administration. | ||
Demonstrate how to prepare a patient for sublingual medication administration. | Demonstrate how to prepare a patient for sublingual medication administration. | Demonstrate how to prepare a patient for sublingual medication administration. | ||
Demonstrate how to measure the required quantity of sublingual medication. | Demonstrate how to measure the required quantity of sublingual medication. | Demonstrate how to measure the required quantity of sublingual medication. | ||
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5.8.i Administer medication via the buccal route | N | S | C | C |
Evaluate medical conditions and indications for buccal administration of a medication | Evaluate medical conditions and indications for buccal administration of a medication | Evaluate medical conditions and indications for buccal administration of a medication | ||
Apply proper calculations for correct medication requirement for the patient presentation | Apply proper calculations for correct medication requirement for the patient presentation | Apply proper calculations for correct medication requirement for the patient presentation | ||
Distinguish those approved drugs that are given via buccal routes | Distinguish those approved drugs that are given via buccal routes | Distinguish those approved drugs that are given via buccal routes | ||
Discuss the benefit of medication administration via buccal route in comparison to other routes | Evaluate the benefit of medication administration via buccal route in comparison to other routes | Evaluate the benefit of medication administration via buccal route in comparison to other routes | ||
Demonstrate how to provide buccal medications using a sequential step method of administration | Demonstrate how to provide buccal medications using a sequential step method of administration | Demonstrate how to provide buccal medications using a sequential step method of administration | ||
Demonstrate how to prepare a patient for buccal medication administration | Demonstrate how to prepare a patient for buccal medication administration | Demonstrate how to prepare a patient for buccal medication administration | ||
Demonstrate how to measure the required quantity of buccal medication | Demonstrate how to measure the required quantity of buccal medication | Demonstrate how to measure the required quantity of buccal medication | ||
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5.8.j Administer medication via topical route. | N | A | S | S |
Identify medical conditions, and indications for topical administration of a medication. | Evaluate medical conditions, and indications for topical administration of a medication. | Evaluate medical conditions, and indications for topical administration of a medication. | ||
Apply proper calculations for correct medication requirement for the patient presentation. | Apply proper calculations for correct medication requirement for the patient presentation. | Apply proper calculations for correct medication requirement for the patient presentation. | ||
Identify those approved drugs that are given via topical routes. | Distinguish those approved drugs that are given via topical routes. | Distinguish those approved drugs that are given via topical routes. | ||
Evaluate the rate of absorption of medication administered via topical route in comparison to other routes. | Evaluate the rate of absorption of medication administered via topical route in comparison to other routes. | |||
Explain the benefit of medication administration via topical route in comparison to other routes. | Evaluate the benefit of medication administration via topical route in comparison to other routes. | Evaluate the benefit of medication administration via topical route in comparison to other routes. | ||
Demonstrate how to provide topical medications using a sequential step method of administration. | Demonstrate how to provide topical medications using a sequential step method of administration. | |||
Demonstrate how to prepare a patient for topical medication administration. | Demonstrate how to prepare a patient for topical medication administration. | |||
Demonstrate how to measure the required quantity of topical medication. | Demonstrate how to measure the required quantity of topical medication. | |||
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5.8.k Administer medication via oral route. | N | S | C | C |
Evaluate medical conditions and indications for oral administration of a medication. | Evaluate medical conditions and indications for oral administration of a medication. | Evaluate medical conditions and indications for oral administration of a medication. | ||
Apply proper calculations for correct medication requirement for the patient presentation. | Apply proper calculations for correct medication requirement for the patient presentation. | Apply proper calculations for correct medication requirement for the patient presentation. | ||
Distinguish those approved drugs that are given via oral routes. | Distinguish those approved drugs that are given via oral routes. | Distinguish those approved drugs that are given via oral routes. | ||
Evaluate the rate of absorption of medication administered via oral route in comparison to other routes. | Evaluate the rate of absorption of medication administered via oral route in comparison to other routes. | |||
Discuss the benefit of medication administration via oral route in comparison to other routes. | Evaluate the benefit of medication administration via oral route in comparison to other routes. | Evaluate the benefit of medication administration via oral route in comparison to other routes. | ||
Demonstrate how to provide oral medications using a sequential step method. | Demonstrate how to provide oral medications using a sequential step method. | Demonstrate how to provide oral medications using a sequential step method. | ||
Demonstrate how to prepare a patient for oral administration of a medication. | Demonstrate how to prepare a patient for oral administration of a medication. | Demonstrate how to prepare a patient for oral administration of a medication. | ||
Demonstrate how to measure the required quantity of oral medication. | Demonstrate how to measure the required quantity of oral medication. | Demonstrate how to measure the required quantity of oral medication. | ||
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5.8.l Administer medication via rectal route. | N | A | A | A |
List medical conditions and indications for rectal administration of a medication. | List medical conditions and indications for rectal administration of a medication. | List medical conditions and indications for rectal administration of a medication. | ||
Apply proper calculations for correct medication requirement for the patient presentation. | Apply proper calculations for correct medication requirement for the patient presentation. | Apply proper calculations for correct medication requirement for the patient presentation. | ||
Identify those approved drugs that are given via rectal routes. | Distinguish those approved drugs that are given via rectal routes. | Distinguish those approved drugs that are given via rectal routes. | ||
Evaluate the rate of absorption of medication administered via rectal route in comparison to other routes. | Evaluate the rate of absorption of medication administered via rectal route in comparison to other routes. | |||
Evaluate the benefit of medication administration via rectal route in comparison to other routes. | Evaluate the benefit of medication administration via rectal route in comparison to other routes. | |||
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5.8.m Administer medication via inhalation. | N | C | C | C |
Evaluate medical conditions, and indications for inhalation administration of a medication. | Evaluate medical conditions, and indications for inhalation administration of a medication. | Evaluate medical conditions, and indications for inhalation administration of a medication. | ||
Apply proper calculations for correct medication requirement for the patient presentation. | Apply proper calculations for correct medication requirement for the patient presentation. | Apply proper calculations for correct medication requirement for the patient presentation. | ||
Distinguish those approved drugs that are given via inhalation. | Distinguish those approved drugs that are given via inhalation. | Distinguish those approved drugs that are given via inhalation. | ||
Discuss the benefit of medication administration via inhalation in comparison to other routes. | Evaluate the benefit of medication administration via inhalation in comparison to other routes. | Evaluate the benefit of medication administration via inhalation in comparison to other routes. | ||
Demonstrate how to provide inhalation medications using a sequential step method. | Demonstrate how to provide inhalation medications using a sequential step method. | Demonstrate how to provide inhalation medications using a sequential step method. | ||
Demonstrate how to prepare a patient for inhalation administration of a medication. | Demonstrate how to prepare a patient for inhalation administration of a medication. | Demonstrate how to prepare a patient for inhalation administration of a medication. | ||
Demonstrate how to measure the required quantity of inhalation medication. | Demonstrate how to measure the required quantity of inhalation medication. | Demonstrate how to measure the required quantity of inhalation medication. | ||
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5.8.n Administer medication via intranasal route. | N | S | S | S |
Evaluate medical conditions, and indications for inhalation administration of a medication. | Evaluate medical conditions, and indications for inhalation administration of a medication. | Evaluate medical conditions, and indications for inhalation administration of a medication. | ||
Apply proper calculations for correct medication requirement for the patient presentation. | Apply proper calculations for correct medication requirement for the patient presentation. | Apply proper calculations for correct medication requirement for the patient presentation. | ||
Distinguish those approved drugs that are given via intranasal route. | Distinguish those approved drugs that are given via intranasal route. | Distinguish those approved drugs that are given via intranasal route. | ||
Evaluate the benefit of medication administration via intranasal route in comparison to other routes. | Evaluate the benefit of medication administration via intranasal route in comparison to other routes. | Evaluate the benefit of medication administration via intranasal route in comparison to other routes. | ||
Demonstrate how to provide medications by intranasal route using a sequential step method. | Demonstrate how to provide medications by intranasal route using a sequential step method. | Demonstrate how to provide medications by intranasal route using a sequential step method. | ||
Demonstrate how to prepare a patient for administration of a medication via intranasal route. | Demonstrate how to prepare a patient for administration of a medication via intranasal route. | Demonstrate how to prepare a patient for administration of a medication via intranasal route. | ||
Demonstrate how to measure the required quantity of medication for administration via intranasal route. | Demonstrate how to measure the required quantity of medication for administration via intranasal route. | Demonstrate how to measure the required quantity of medication for administration via intranasal route. | ||
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5.8.o Provide patient assist according to provincial list of medications. | A | A | A | A |
Identify indications, relative and absolute contraindications, side effects, dosage parameters, and safe administration process for each medication. | Identify indications, relative and absolute contraindications, side effects, dosage parameters, and safe administration process for each medication. | Identify indications, relative and absolute contraindications, side effects, dosage parameters, and safe administration process for each medication. | Identify indications, relative and absolute contraindications, side effects, dosage parameters, and safe administration process for each medication. | |
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