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Advanced trauma life support (ATLS)

EMS4121
3 hours English

Advanced trauma life support (ATLS)

Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS)
1 Different mechanisms of traumas
2 Assessment of patients with trauma
3 Golden trauma care
4 Pediatric traumas
5 Trauma in pregnancy
6 Environmental trauma
7 Geriatric traumas
8 Splinting
9 Musculoskeletal injuries
10 ATLS for cases with burn
11 ATLS for patients with head and spinal trauma
12 ATLS for patients with chest trauma
13 ATLS for patients with abdominal trauma
14 ATLS for patients with bleeding and shock
15 Revision / practical exam
1.1 Mapped to: K1

Identify and describe musculoskeletal, burn, geriatric, and environmental trauma, outlining their classifications, pathophysiological implications, and patient management strategies in pre-hospital emergency care.

Teaching Strategy Lectures, small groups work, group discussion, & individual presentations
Assessment Methods - Routine exams - Videos analysis
1.2 Mapped to: K2 K3

Explain the principles of trauma patient assessment and management, emphasizing systematic and prioritized approaches, including fracture stabilization, burn treatment, and specialized care for geriatric trauma patients.

Teaching Strategy Lectures, small groups work, group discussion, & individual presentations
Assessment Methods Concept mapping of - group division for specific presentation - clinical demonstration
1.3 Mapped to: K4

Apply evidence-based practices in pre-hospital trauma care, integrating the golden principles of trauma management and effective treatment techniques for optimizing patient outcomes.

Teaching Strategy Small group work, role playing
Assessment Methods -Exams -Group discussion -Lab manuals evaluation
2.1 Mapped to: S1 S2

Evaluate and manage life-threatening trauma conditions, including pediatric and pregnancy-related emergencies, using evidence-based approaches to reduce disability and mortality in pre-hospital settings.

Teaching Strategy Lectures, debate, whole group discussion
Assessment Methods -Group presentation evaluation -Analytical reports evaluation
2.2 Mapped to: S3 S4

Perform targeted assessments and interventions for environmental trauma cases, including drowning, lightning injuries, diving-related conditions, and altitude emergencies, integrating statistical analysis and epidemiological methods to support clinical decision-making.

Teaching Strategy Small group work, role playing
Assessment Methods -Group discussion -Lab manuals evaluation
2.3 Mapped to: S5

Document trauma assessments and interventions accurately, ensuring clear communication with healthcare teams to facilitate collaborative decision-making and continuity of care in pre-hospital emergency settings.

Teaching Strategy Lectures, debate, whole group Discussion
Assessment Methods -Group presentation evaluation -Analytical reports evaluation
3.1 Mapped to: V1

Maintain a professional and positive attitude toward the EMS field by demonstrating commitment and respect in all aspects of practice.

Teaching Strategy Lab demonstrations, group presentations, case studies
Assessment Methods -Group presentations -Case studies -Observation
3.2 Mapped to: V2

Collaborate effectively within a team to communicate scientific findings, ideas, and arguments clearly and logically, both verbally and in writing.

Teaching Strategy Lectures, individual presentation
Assessment Methods -Video analysis -Observation
3.3 Mapped to: V3

Utilize modern information management methods to ensure accurate data storage, efficient communication, and informed decision-making based on reliable and diverse sources.

Teaching Strategy Lab demonstrations, group presentations, case studies
Assessment Methods -Group division -Case studies -Observation