HFMG 2110 First Aid & CPR Course Syllabus - Spring 2014 Individuals with disabilities who need to request accommodations should contact the Disability Services Coordinator, Student Center 255, 678-466-5445, disabiltyservices@mail.clayton.edu. Course Description: HFMG 2110 (CRN 21017) First Aid & CPR Credit Hours 3 semester credit hours Catalog Description: This course is designed to teach the student basic first aid and emergency management procedures and skills for a variety of injuries and sudden illnesses. The course contains both a lecture and practical component. Certification in first aid and CPR will be awarded upon the satisfactory completion of the written and practical course requirements. Course Prerequisites and Co-prerequisites: None Computer Skill Prerequisites: Able to use the Windows TM operating system Able to use Microsoft Word TM word processing Able to send and receive e-mail using Outlook TM or Outlook Express TM Able to attach and retrieve attached files via email Able to use a Web browser. In-class Use of Student Notebook Computers: Student notebook computers will not be used in the classroom in this course. Computers will be required to access course materials and to communicate with your instructor. 1
Program Learning Outcomes: Knowledge of and skill in obtaining basic life support and cardiopulmonary resuscitation certification. Knowledge of appropriate emergency procedures (i.e., telephone procedures, written emergency procedures, personnel responsibilities) in a health and fitness setting. Knowledge of basic first aid procedures for exercise-related injuries, such as bleeding, strains/sprains, fractures, and exercise intolerance (dizziness, syncope, heat injury). General Education Outcomes: Ethical and Social Responsibility: assessing the ethical and social impact of decisions on persons well being. Written Communication Skills: writing clearly, concisely, and correctly Oral Communication Skills: designing, and delivering persuasive oral recommendations and presentations. Course Learning Outcomes: To understand the law applying to persons administering first aid and CPR To understand how to prevent the transmission of disease and Universal Precautions procedures. To provide students the knowledge and skills needed to render care in a variety of emergency situations. To provide students with the opportunity to satisfy certification requirements established by the American Red Cross AND American Heart Association. To evaluate, prioritize and provide appropriate first aid for the injured person(s). To evaluate, prioritize and provide appropriate first aid for the person(s) who suddenly become ill. Demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to perform adult, child, and infant CPR until more qualified help arrives on the scene. Instructor Information: Instructor: Stephanie Bennett-Walker, Ph.D. Phone: 404-713-4905 Email:stephaniebennett-walker@mail.clayton.edu. Office Hours: by appointment only Class Meeting: NBS Building, Rm. 136 Mondays@ 5:00p.m.-7:45p.m. Textbook Information: Text: First Aid/CPR/AED by the American Red Cross, (2011 edition) BLS for Health Care Providers by the American Heart Association (2011 edition) 2
Evaluation: Online Assignments (4) 20% CPR Certification Exam 10% Before Giving Care Test 10% First Aid Kit 10% First Aid Skills test 10% First Aid Exam 10% Oral Presentation 10% Final Examination 10% 1. Online Assignments. Assignments will be assigned to assess attainment of the course information. All assignments are due by the scheduled due date and time (4x50pts). 2. CPR Certification Exam. The American Heart Association developed this exam. A score of 84% or higher is needed to achieve certification (100pts). 3. First Aid/Before Giving Care Exam. The American Red Cross provides the examination. A score of 80% or higher is needed for certification (200pts each). 4. Skills Check. Practical exams are required to fulfill the requirements for certification by the American Red Cross and American Heart Association (100pts). 5. CPR skills test. Practical exam to test the students skills in CPR (100pts). 6. Oral Presentation. Each student must create and prepare a first aid/sudden illness presentation and present to the class (100pts). 7. First Aid Kit. Each student must create a first aid kit according to a modified version of the American Red Cross Guidelines (100pts). 8. Final Examination. A comprehensive exam covering all course materials presented during the course (100pts).. Grading: A.90-100% B.80-89% C.70-79% D.60-69% F...59-0% Midterm Progress Report: The mid-term grade in this course which will be issued on February 3-4, 2014 reflects approximately 28% of the entire course grade. Based on this grade, students may choose to withdraw from the course and receive a grade of "W." Students pursuing this option must fill out an official withdrawal form, available in the Office of the Registrar, by midterm. The last day to withdraw without academic accountability is February 7, 2014. 3
COURSE OUTLINE: (TENTATIVE) Date Topic 1/13 Course Introduction, Recognizing Emergencies & Prevention of Disease Transmission-Moving Victims, Using/removing Gloves 1/15-online No class 1/20 MLK, JR Holiday- NO CLASS 1/22-online Online Assignment 1 (due by 7:45pm) 1/27 Checking the victims, Rescue breathing, Using Bag Mask, Adult CPR, Infant CPR, Conscious Choking Unconscious Choking, Using an AED CPR Skills Test 1/29-online Online Assignment 2 (due by 7:45pm) 2/3 Soft Tissue Injuries, Bleeding, infection, and shock, Bandaging, Musculoskeletal Injuries, Injuries to the Extremities, Splinting CPR Skills Test 2/5-online Online Assignment 3 (due by 7:45pm) NO CLASS 2/10 CPR Written Examination/Before Giving Care Exam Choose Presentation Topics/partners, First Aid Skills Check 2/12-online Work on Presentations- NO CLASS 2/17 Seizures, Stroke, Asthma, and Diabetes-Presentations Poisoning, Bites & Stings- Presentations 2/19-online Online Assignment 4 (due by 7:45pm)- NO CLASS 2/24 CPR RETAKES Heat exposures, Cold Exposures- Presentations Allergic Reactions, Substance Misuse and Abuse-Presentations Head, Neck, Back, and Face Injuries, Burns- Presentations 2/26-online NO CLASS- Work on First Aid Kits 3/3 First Aid Exam/ First Aid Kits (Due 5:00pm) Final Examination/First Aid Retakes 4
Course Policies: General Policy: Students must abide by policies in the Clayton State University Student Handbook, and the Basic undergraduate Student Responsibilities. University Attendance Policy: Students are expected to attend and participate in every class meeting. Instructors establish specific policies relating to absences in their courses and communicate these policies to the students through the course syllabi. Individual instructors, based upon the nature of the course, determine what effect excused and unexcused absences have in determining grades and upon students ability to remain enrolled in their courses. The university reserves the right to determine that excessive absences, whether justified or not, are sufficient cause for institutional withdrawals or failing grades. Course Attendance Policy: Attendance is required to get the maximum understanding of the course concepts and skills. Therefore, attendance is expected for all class periods. Attendance is required for quiz and examination periods. Any absence must be accompanied by a written excuse from a doctor or other competent authority. Absences may result in a loss of 10 points. Missed Work: Missed assignments or absences on test day without prior notification will result in a zero. Make-up tests will only be considered in excused cases. Academic Dishonesty: Any type of activity that is considered dishonest by reasonable standards may constitute academic misconduct. The most common forms of academic misconduct are cheating and plagiarism. All instances of academic dishonesty will result in a grade of zero for the work involved. All instances of academic dishonesty will be reported to the Office of Student Life/Judicial Affairs. Disruption of the Learning Environment: Behavior which disrupts the teaching learning process during class activities will not be tolerated. While a variety of behaviors can be disruptive in a classroom setting, more serious examples include belligerent, abusive, profane, and/or threatening behavior. A student who fails to respond to reasonable faculty direction regarding classroom behavior and/or behavior while participating in classroom activities may be dismissed from class. A student who is dismissed is entitled to due process and will be afforded such rights as soon as possible following dismissal. If found in violation, a student may be administratively withdrawn, and may receive a grade of WF. Other Policies: You should wear clothing appropriate for kneeling, sitting, or even laying on the floor to perform some of the skills with a partner. You should wash your hands prior to and after each class session. Please turn off cell phones prior to the start of class. 5
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