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Examination of a PatientLaajuus (5 cr)

Code: AH00CK64

Credits

5 op

Teaching language

  • English

Objective

The student is able to
- perform targeted examinations according to the patient's various symptoms
- interpret the findings made and the measurement results obtained from the patient
- understand the basics of patient interviewing
- understand the basics of reporting / documentation
- combine theoretical knowledge (anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology) with the patient's symptoms and findings and deduce the occupational diagnosis

Enrollment

20.11.2023 - 05.01.2024

Timing

11.03.2024 - 05.05.2024

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

Virtual portion

1 op

Mode of delivery

80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning

Unit

Faculty of Health Care and Social Services (LAB)

Campus

Lappeenranta Campus

Teaching languages
  • English
Seats

15 - 25

Degree programmes
  • Bachelor's Degree Programme in Paramedic (2021, 2022, 2023)
Teachers
  • Jenni Hämäläinen
  • Tuomo Nyyssönen
Scheduling groups
  • Info 1 (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
  • Luennot 1 (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
  • Harjoitukset 1 (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
  • Näyttö 1 (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
  • HLPRPARA22SHB
    Bachelor's Degree Programme in Paramedic 22S A Lappeenranta
Small groups
  • Info 1
  • Lecture 1
  • Practice 1
  • Practical exam

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- perform targeted examinations according to the patient's various symptoms
- interpret the findings made and the measurement results obtained from the patient
- understand the basics of patient interviewing
- understand the basics of reporting / documentation
- combine theoretical knowledge (anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology) with the patient's symptoms and findings and deduce the occupational diagnosis

Implementation and methods of teaching

- Course info that includes introduction to examination of a patient from paramedic point of view.
- Practice lessons
- ECG online lectures
- Producing checklists on every given topic in the course
- Practical Exam

Timing and attendance

- Practice lessons 100% attendance
- ECG online lectures are voluntary but recommended.
- Practical Exam must be passed

Alternative completion methods

No alternative ways of passing the course.
If student can`t attend mandatory practices or exam, he /she has to attend with the next course.

Learning environment

Online
Campus
Moodle

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

Objectives:
The student is able to systematically examine the patient by means of initial and detailed assessment (Dr ABC, ABCDEF methods).
To carry out paramedic work in teams according to an agreed division of roles.
The student will be able to use emergency medical examination equipment appropriately and safely
Be able to target the examination according to the patient's complaint or finding
Understand the impact of the information obtained from the interview and examination on the patient's condition and suggest a correct working diagnosis based on symptoms and findings
The student will be able to assign NEWS/PHEWS scores to the patient based on findings
Implement non-technical methods (communication, checklists and checklists) and understand their importance for patient and occupational safety
be able to interpret the ECG systematically and identify life-threatening arrhythmias and hypoxia

Assessment scale

1-5

Enrollment

15.05.2023 - 01.09.2023

Timing

14.08.2023 - 24.09.2023

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Faculty of Health Care and Social Services (LAB)

Campus

Lappeenranta Campus

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Seats

0 - 30

Degree programmes
  • Bachelor's Degree Programme in Paramedic (2021, 2022, 2023)
Teachers
  • Antti Tanninen
  • Anssi Hapuli
Scheduling groups
  • Info 1 (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
  • Luennot 1 (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
  • Harjoitukset 1 (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
  • Näyttö 1 (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
  • HLPRPARA22SHA
    Bachelor's Degree Programme in Paramedic 22S A Lappeenranta
Small groups
  • Info 1
  • Luennot 1
  • Harjoitukset 1
  • Näyttö 1

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- perform targeted examinations according to the patient's various symptoms
- interpret the findings made and the measurement results obtained from the patient
- understand the basics of patient interviewing
- understand the basics of reporting / documentation
- combine theoretical knowledge (anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology) with the patient's symptoms and findings and deduce the occupational diagnosis

Implementation and methods of teaching

- Course info that includes introduction to examination of a patient from paramedic point of view.
- Practice lessons
- ECG online lectures
- Producing checklists on every given topic in the course
- Practical Exam

Timing and attendance

- Practice lessons 100% attendance
- ECG online lectures are voluntary but recommended.
- Practical Exam must be passed

Alternative completion methods

No voluntary ways of passing the course.
If student can`t attend mandatory practices or exam, he /she has to attend with the next course.

Learning environment

Online
Campus
Moodle

Assessment scale

1-5

Enrollment

01.07.2022 - 04.09.2022

Timing

30.10.2022 - 25.12.2022

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Faculty of Health Care and Social Services (LAB)

Campus

Lappeenranta Campus

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Degree programmes
  • Bachelor's Degree Programme in Paramedic (2021, 2022, 2023)
Teachers
  • Antti Tanninen
  • Anssi Hapuli
Scheduling groups
  • Info (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
  • Practice Lessons (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
  • Online lectures (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
  • Practical lessons (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
  • HLPRPARA21SHA
Small groups
  • Info
  • Harjoitukset
  • Verkkoluento
  • Näyttö

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- perform targeted examinations according to the patient's various symptoms
- interpret the findings made and the measurement results obtained from the patient
- understand the basics of patient interviewing
- understand the basics of reporting / documentation
- combine theoretical knowledge (anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology) with the patient's symptoms and findings and deduce the occupational diagnosis

Assessment scale

1-5

Enrollment

01.07.2022 - 04.09.2022

Timing

26.09.2022 - 06.11.2022

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Faculty of Health Care and Social Services (LAB)

Campus

Lappeenranta Campus

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Seats

0 - 30

Degree programmes
  • Bachelor's Degree Programme in Paramedic (2021, 2022, 2023)
Teachers
  • Antti Tanninen
  • Anssi Hapuli
Scheduling groups
  • Info (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
  • Practice lessons (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
  • Online lectures (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
  • Practical exam (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
  • HLPRPARA21SHB
Small groups
  • Info
  • Harjoitukset 1
  • Verkkoluento 1
  • Näyttö 1

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- perform targeted examinations according to the patient's various symptoms
- interpret the findings made and the measurement results obtained from the patient
- understand the basics of patient interviewing
- understand the basics of reporting / documentation
- combine theoretical knowledge (anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology) with the patient's symptoms and findings and deduce the occupational diagnosis

Implementation and methods of teaching

- Course info that includes introduction to examination of a patient from paramedic point of view.
- Practice lessons
- ECG online lectures
- Producing checklists on every given topic in the course
- Practical Exam

Timing and attendance

- Practice lessons 100% attendance
- ECG online lectures are voluntary but recommended.
- Practical Exam must be passed

Alternative completion methods

No voluntary ways of passing the course.
If student can`t attend mandatory practices or exam, he /she has to attend with the next course.

Learning environment

Online
Campus
Moodle

Assessment scale

1-5