Golden/Fairmount CE 10/18/23 -- Geriatrics and Environmental
CE covering the assessment, treatment and care of geriatric patients, with additional coverage of hypothermia
Target Audience
EMTs and Paramedics affiliated with Golden Fire Rescue and Fairmount Fire Rescue
Learning Objectives
Identify the physiologic differences between geriatric and non-geriatric patients
Discuss the presentation and pathophysiology of common injuries and illnesses among the geriatric population
Devise appropriate treatment plans within EMS scope and protocol
Signs and symptoms of hypothermia and hyperthermia
Assessment and treatment of submersion emergencies
Richard Estep, NRP
EMS Continuing Education approved by the State of Colorado through Centura Health Prehospital Services Training Center and Group # CO 039 (SAH)
Available Credit
- 2.00 Medical
- 0.50 NCCP-Medical: Endocrine Emergencies - Diabetes
- 1.00 NCCP-Medical: Pain Management
- 0.50 NCCP-Medical: Psychiatric and Behavioral Emergencies
- 1.00 NCCP-Medical: Special Healthcare Needs