Program Overview

Introduction to BMS317 Integrating Paramedic Medical Science

In this subject, students will integrate the principles of anatomy and physiology, pathophysiology, pharmacology, psychology, and sociology with assessment findings and patient histories to formulate a differential diagnosis and implement a treatment plan for patients with medical complaints. This subject will investigate medical disease processes in all age ranges, including pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients.

Availability

• Session 1 (30): Online and Bathurst Campus
• Session 2 (60): Online and Bathurst Campus

Subject Information

Grading System

The grading system for this subject is HD/FL.

Duration

The duration of this subject is one session.

School

This subject is offered by the School of Biomedical Sciences.

Enrolment Restrictions

Enrolment is restricted to students in the Bachelor of Clinical Practice (Paramedic).

Prerequisites

The prerequisites for this subject are CLS201 and CLS202.

Incompatible Subjects

The incompatible subjects for this course are FPS201, FPS202, FPS300, and FPS301.

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should be able to:

• Integrate the theoretical underpinnings of paramedic science with paramedic practice in simulated and/or clinical settings.
• Demonstrate correct application of a differential diagnosis and an evidence-based approach to care of a patient with a medical complaint.
• Apply the use of reflective practice and critical thinking to identify opportunities for improving clinical reasoning and patient care.
• Interpret and respond appropriately to the complex symptoms displayed by patients with medical conditions.
• Demonstrate a sound ethical and professional disposition, including effective communications with patients, bystanders, the paramedic team, and other health care professionals.

Syllabus

This subject will cover the following topics:

• Infectious and communicable diseases, respiratory emergencies, allergies, and anaphylaxis (25%)
• Diseases of the haematological, gastrointestinal, genitourinary, and endocrine systems (25%)
• Cardiovascular emergencies (30%)
• Neurological emergencies (20%)