EMS 521 - Paramedic Capstone

1. Evaluate Preparatory Practices (Capstone)
   1. Exhibit consistent professional behavior and ethical decision-making across diverse field settings
   2. Operate effectively within the EMS system, demonstrating leadership and accountability as a team leader
   3. Maintain situational awareness, managing personal safety and crew safety during dynamic scenes
   4. Communicate effectively with patients, families, team members, and other healthcare professionals during entire patient encounters
   5. Justify clinical decisions using current evidence-based guidelines and best practices
2. Analyze Anatomy and Physiology (Capstone)
   1. Apply detailed anatomical and physiological understanding to interpret clinical findings and anticipate patient deterioration
   2. Correlate physical exam findings with underlying pathophysiology during field patient assessments
3. Examine Medical Terminology (Capstone)
   1. Use accurate medical language in oral reports, electronic or written documentation, and interdisciplinary communication
   2. Interpret medical abbreviations and terminology, applying terminology in fast-paced, clinical decision-making contexts.
4. Analyze Life Span Development (Capstone)
   1. Demonstrate appropriate clinical, emotional, and ethical responses to patients across the age spectrum
   2. Modify assessment and interventions based on age-specific physical and psychosocial development
5. Survey Public Health Practices (Capstone)
   1. Integrate public health awareness into scene management and patient care, including recognition of reportable conditions and infection control practices
   2. Advocate for prevention strategies and patient education during EMS interactions when appropriate
6. Assess Pharmacology Scenarios (Capstone)
   1. Independently select, prepare, and administer medications in accordance with protocols and scope of practice
   2. Evaluate therapeutic effectiveness, modifying treatment plans based on patient response and clinical presentation
7. Demonstrate Airway Management, Respiration, and Artificial Ventilation (Capstone)
   1. Manage airway compromise, including the anticipation of compromise, using both basic and advanced airway techniques
   2. Demonstrate competency in oxygen delivery and ventilation techniques with clinical judgment for escalation of care
   3. Perform advanced airway placement and confirmation (if applicable) with minimal supervision
8. Assess Patients (Capstone)
   1. Lead comprehensive patient assessments, identifying life threats and determining priority of care in real-time field situations
   2. Integrate findings into accurate field impressions and dynamic treatment plans
   3. Modify assessments based on changes in patient condition and environmental factors
9. Examine Medicine Practices (Capstone)
   1. Manage a broad range of medical complaints with independent clinical reasoning and within defined protocols
   2. Demonstrate the ability to prioritize interventions and reassess continuously to ensure effective care
10. Demonstrate Cardiac Monitoring, ECG Interpretation, and Cardiac Interventions (Capstone)
    1. Interpret ECG rhythms, correlating with clinical presentations, to initiate appropriate treatments
    2. Perform cardiac interventions including pacing, defibrillation, or synchronized cardioversion under medical direction
    3. Demonstrate critical thinking in cardiac arrest and peri-arrest management
11. Analyze Shock and Resuscitation (Capstone)
    1. Recognize early and late signs of shock, managing accordingly using a team-based approach
    2. Perform high-quality resuscitation including CPR, defibrillation, medication administration, and post-resuscitative care independently
    3. Coordinate with hospital teams during ongoing resuscitation and hand-off
12. Evaluate Trauma (Capstone)
    1. Lead trauma scene management, ensuring rapid assessments, hemorrhage control, and appropriate triage
    2. Perform timely interventions based on mechanism of injury, patient presentation, and available resources
    3. Make destination decisions and pre-alerts based on trauma criteria
13. Examine Special Patient Populations (Capstone)
    1. Adapt care strategies effectively for pediatric, obstetric, geriatric, and other special population patients
    2. Identify abuse, neglect, and mental health concerns and activate appropriate resources
    3. Provide culturally competent and compassionate care tailored to diverse populations
14. Perform EMS Operations (Capstone)
    1. Demonstrate full integration into EMS operations including vehicle checks, equipment readiness, and safe driving practices
    2. Operate effectively within ICS/NIMS systems during drills and real events
    3. Coordinate care and logistics in multi-agency, multi-casualty, or hazardous scenes
15. Complete the Capstone Field Internship Summary (Global Competency)
    1.  Perform successfully the role of team leader for a minimum number of ALS patient contacts as defined by CoAEMSP and program standards
    2. Demonstrate entry-level proficiency in psychomotor skills, clinical decision-making, communication, and professionalism