Psychological Trauma in EMS Patients (PTEP) Course
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Keywords
psychological trauma prevention , psychological trauma , PTSD , EMT , EMS , emergency medical services , paramedic , PTEP
Project
Northeast Resiliency Consortium
Authors
Date Submitted
2016
Material Type
Hybrid/Blended Course
Secondary Material Type
Assignment
Institution
LaGuardia Community College
Industry Partner
Jones & Bartlett Learning
National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians (NAEMT)
National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians (NAEMT)
License
CC BY
Funding Source
TAACCCT Round 3
Additional Public Access
Abstract
Psychological Trauma in EMS Patients (PTEP) course gives EMS practitioners the resources they need to help alleviate patients’ hidden wounds – intense fear, stress, and pain – during a medical emergency. PTEP educates EMS practitioners about the biological underpinnings of psychological trauma, the short and long-term impact on the brain and body, and warning signs that a patient is experiencing extreme psychological distress. EMS practitioners are also taught strategies and techniques to alleviate patients’ distress and help patients cope with what they’re experiencing to ward off lingering effects. This 8-hour, 1-day course features scenario-based interactive sessions and lectures. PTEP is designed for EMS practitioners of all levels and will improve the level of customer service provided to their patients.
This course builds on the Psychological Trauma Prevention Training curriculum also created by LaGuardia Community College through the work of the Northeast Resiliency Consortium available on Skills Commons.
An Online Instructor's Toolkit can be found here on: https://www.psglearning.com/catalog/productdetails/9781284160161
Industry (NAISC)
Health Care and Social Assistance (62)
Occupation (SOC)
Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations -- Emergency Medical Technicians and Paramedics (29-2041)
Instructional Program (CIP)
Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences (51)
Credit Type
Credential Type
Credential
Educational Level
1st year Community College or equivalent
Skill Level
Quality Assurance Organization
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