First and Emergency Assistance
Course Details
KTO KARATAY UNIVERSITY
Vocational School of Medical Services
Programme of First and Emergency Assistance
Course Details
Vocational School of Medical Services
Programme of First and Emergency Assistance
Course Details
| Course Code | Course Name | Year | Period | Semester | T+A+L | Credit | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02731004 | Emergencies in Home Care | 2 | Autumn | 3 | 2+0+0 | 3 | 3 |
| Course Type | Elective |
| Course Cycle | Associate (Short Cycle) (TQF-HE: Level 5 / QF-EHEA: Short Cycle / EQF-LLL: Level 5) |
| Course Language | Turkish |
| Methods and Techniques | Presentation, Question and answer, Case analysis and problem-based learning Scenario enactment (role playing), Group discussions and brainstorming Interactive activities adapted from real cases |
| Mode of Delivery | Face to Face |
| Prerequisites | - |
| Coordinator | - |
| Instructor(s) | Lect. Başak AĞCA |
| Instructor Assistant(s) | - |
Course Instructor(s)
| Name and Surname | Room | E-Mail Address | Internal | Meeting Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lect. Başak AĞCA | B-229 | [email protected] | 7501 | Tuesday 10:00-12:00 |
Course Content
Introduction to Case-Based Learning, Risk Factors at Home, Respiratory Problems, Cardiac Emergencies, Hypoglycemia and Diabetic Emergencies, Poisonings, Burns and Electric Shocks, Falls and Traumas, Neurological Emergencies, Respiratory and Circulatory Arrest, Childhood Emergencies, Psychological Crises and Panic Situations. Having knowledge about basic first aid and emergency response practices.
Objectives of the Course
The aim of this course is to develop students' skills in responding quickly, safely and effectively to emergencies in the home environment. Students gain the competence to apply patient assessment, risk analysis, patient safety, team communication and appropriate emergency care steps through case scenarios.
Contribution of the Course to Field Teaching
| Basic Vocational Courses | X |
| Specialization / Field Courses | X |
| Support Courses | |
| Transferable Skills Courses | |
| Humanities, Communication and Management Skills Courses |
Relationships between Course Learning Outcomes and Program Outcomes
| Relationship Levels | ||||
| Lowest | Low | Medium | High | Highest |
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
| # | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|
| P1 | He/she has basic, current and applied information about his/her profession. | 5 |
| P2 | Takes responsibility as a team member to solve unforeseen complex problems encountered in applications related to her field. | 5 |
| P3 | Has the ability to independently evaluate professional problems and issues with an analytical and critical approach and propose solutions. | 5 |
| P6 | Recognizes the mechanism of action of drugs and possible complications, and has the ability to apply emergency treatment accordingly. | 5 |
| P12 | Transfers the training and skills theır received in the field of First and Emergency Aid into practice in the field. | 5 |
| P22 | Explains and applies basic and advanced life support. | 5 |
| P23 | Defines and uses the equipment used in the provision of emergency health services. | 4 |
Course Learning Outcomes
| Upon the successful completion of this course, students will be able to: | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| No | Learning Outcomes | Outcome Relationship | Measurement Method ** |
| O1 | Being able to remember the TYD and IYD application steps in the correct order and explain their importance | P.1.1 | 1 |
| O2 | Ability to analyze emergent complications in the patient and establish a cause and effect relationship | P.1.4 | 1 |
| O3 | Ensuring patient safety and providing the treatment the patient needs | P.2.3 | 1 |
| O4 | Being able to reveal the difference between first and emergency aid care | P.2.4 | 1 |
| O5 | Ability to use First and Emergency Aid equipment without assistance | P.3.3 | 1 |
| O6 | Being able to provide the necessary treatment based on the patient's preliminary diagnosis | P.6.5 | 1 |
| ** Written Exam: 1, Oral Exam: 2, Homework: 3, Lab./Exam: 4, Seminar/Presentation: 5, Term Paper: 6, Application: 7 | |||
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
| Week | Topics |
|---|---|
| 1 | Description of home emergencies, case analysis method |
| 2 | Risk Factors at Home |
| 3 | Breathing Problems |
| 4 | Cardiac Emergencies |
| 5 | Hypoglycemia and Diabetic Emergencies |
| 6 | Poisonings |
| 7 | Burns and Electric Shocks |
| 8 | Midterm Exam |
| 9 | Falls and Traumas |
| 10 | Neurological Emergencies |
| 11 | Respiratory and Circulatory Arrest |
| 12 | Childhood Emergencies |
| 13 | Psychological Crises and Panic Situations |
| 14 | Case Studies |
| 15 | Case Studies |
Textbook or Material
| Resources | First and emergency aid technician paramedic: clinical issues-professional skills-operational practices / editors: Gürkan Özel, Betül Akbuğa Özel, Cihangir Özcan 2018 |
| First aid and its applications in health sciences / Editor: Sevilay Erden 2021 | |
| Basic issues and treatment approaches for ambulance and emergency care technicians (paramedics) / ed.: Recai Dağlı ... [and others.] 2016 | |
| Emergency Care Guide / Bedrettin Erdem Erdem, Bedrettin 2022 | |
| Karadayı, B. & Coşkun, F. (2022). Home Emergency Management and Case Analyzes. |
Evaluation Method and Passing Criteria
| In-Term Studies | Quantity | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Attendance | - | - |
| Laboratory | - | - |
| Practice | - | - |
| Field Study | - | - |
| Course Specific Internship (If Any) | - | - |
| Homework | - | - |
| Presentation | - | - |
| Projects | - | - |
| Seminar | - | - |
| Quiz | - | - |
| Listening | - | - |
| Midterms | 1 | 40 (%) |
| Final Exam | 1 | 60 (%) |
| Total | 100 (%) | |
ECTS / Working Load Table
| Quantity | Duration | Total Work Load | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Week Number and Time | 14 | 2 | 28 |
| Out-of-Class Study Time (Pre-study, Library, Reinforcement) | 14 | 2 | 28 |
| Midterms | 1 | 10 | 10 |
| Quiz | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Homework | 1 | 5 | 5 |
| Practice | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Laboratory | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Project | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Workshop | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Presentation/Seminar Preparation | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fieldwork | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 10 | 10 |
| Other | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Work Load: | 81 | ||
| Total Work Load / 30 | 2,70 | ||
| Course ECTS Credits: | 3 | ||
Course - Learning Outcomes Matrix
| Relationship Levels | ||||
| Lowest | Low | Medium | High | Highest |
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
| # | Learning Outcomes | P1 | P2 | P3 | P6 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| O1 | Being able to remember the TYD and IYD application steps in the correct order and explain their importance | 5 | - | - | - |
| O2 | Ability to analyze emergent complications in the patient and establish a cause and effect relationship | 5 | - | - | - |
| O3 | Ensuring patient safety and providing the treatment the patient needs | - | 5 | - | - |
| O4 | Being able to reveal the difference between first and emergency aid care | - | 5 | - | - |
| O5 | Ability to use First and Emergency Aid equipment without assistance | - | - | 5 | - |
| O6 | Being able to provide the necessary treatment based on the patient's preliminary diagnosis | - | - | - | 5 |