CLS102 Clinical Studies 2 (8)
CSU Discipline Area: Allied Health (ALHEA)
Duration: One session
Abstract:
This subject aims to develop the knowledge and skills required for care of patients experiencing acute health emergencies relating to alterations in perfusion and oxygenation. Students will need to integrate pathophysiological principles and assessment findings to implement basic life support (BLS) for the patient experiencing hypoperfusion, acute respiratory emergencies and cardiovascular disease. Students will also investigate scene management including rescue techniques and the management of hazardous materials incidents.
+ Subject Availability Modes and Locations
| Session 2 | |
|---|---|
| Internal | Bathurst |
Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details: CLS102
Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.
Prerequisite(s):
Enrolment restrictions:
Bachelor of Clinical Practice (Paramedic) or Bachelor of Nursing/Bachelor of Clinical Practice (Paramedic)
Objectives:
Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
- identify and manage Pre Hospital Care (PHC) hazardous environments and incidents;
- establish a safe PHC working environment;
- demonstrate an understanding of the basic principles of rescue in the PHC environment;
- assess and manage PHC patients with alterations in perfusion and oxygenation (including shock and acute respiratory distress);
- identify key principles and manage PHC patients who require defibrillation and airway management;
- understand the use of diagnostic tests and interpretation of data.
Syllabus:
The subject will cover the following topics:
- techniques for identifying and managing hazardous environments;
- establishing a safe environment;
- rescue procedures;
- management of hazardous materials incidents;
- assessment and management of patients with alterations in perfusion and oxygenation (including shock and acute respiratory distress);
- use of diagnostic tests and the interpretation of data derived from these tests;
principles, applications and techniques in defibrillation and airway management.
The information contained in the 2013 CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: 24 April 2013. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.