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This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.
This unit develops the knowledge and skills to enable students to implement prehospital emergency monitoring and have an understanding of the physiology behind normal and abnormal electrocardiogram (ECG) recognition. Students learn how to conduct diagnostic techniques to physically assess patients in prehospital settings and work independently or in conjunction with other health professionals in paramedic environments. Emphasis is placed on the neurological, respiratory and cardiac systems including systematic analysis and interpretation of 3 Lead and 12 Lead ECG results, and developing the clinical techniques, skills and problem solving abilities required for professional paramedic practice.
Students must have completed PST2235 (Medical Studies for Paramedics 1) or PST2109 (Medical Studies for Paramedics).
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
Students will attend on campus classes as well as engage in learning activities through ECUs LMS
| Joondalup | Mount Lawley | South West (Bunbury) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 2 | 13 x 2 hour lecture | Not Offered | Not Offered |
For more information see the Semester Timetable
Students will engage in learning experiences through ECUs LMS as well as additional ECU l
Students develop skills in prehospital patient diagnostics and ECG interpretation. Case studies allow students to apply their knowledge to perform, interpret and report on patient results in simulated prehospital environments. Students work collaboratively to interpret results and formulate appropriate care and treatment for patients. Students are assessed on their ability to apply knowledge to make evidence informed clinical judgements.
GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units
Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant School Progression Panel.
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Test | Online test | 20% |
| Case Study | ECG interpretation | 30% |
| Examination ^ | End of semester examination | 50% |
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Test | Online test | 20% |
| Case Study | ECG interpretation | 30% |
| Examination ^ | End of semester examination | 50% |
^ Mandatory to Pass
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:
Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.
The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.
PST2106|2|1
This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.
This unit develops the knowledge and skills to enable students to implement prehospital emergency monitoring and have an understanding of the physiology behind normal and abnormal electrocardiogram (ECG) recognition. Students learn how to conduct diagnostic techniques to physically assess patients in prehospital settings and work independently or in conjunction with other health professionals in paramedic environments. Emphasis is placed on the neurological, respiratory and cardiac systems including systematic analysis and interpretation of 3 Lead and 12 Lead ECG results, and developing the clinical techniques, skills and problem solving abilities required for professional paramedic practice.
Students must have completed PST2235 (Medical Studies for Paramedics 1) or PST2109 (Medical Studies for Paramedics).
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
Students will attend on campus classes as well as engage in learning activities through ECUs LMS
| Joondalup | Mount Lawley | South West (Bunbury) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 2 | 13 x 2 hour lecture | Not Offered | Not Offered |
For more information see the Semester Timetable
Students will engage in learning experiences through ECUs LMS as well as additional ECU l
Students develop skills in prehospital patient diagnostics and ECG interpretation. Case studies allow students to apply their knowledge to perform, interpret and report on patient results in simulated prehospital environments. Students work collaboratively to interpret results and formulate appropriate care and treatment for patients. Students are assessed on their ability to apply knowledge to make evidence informed clinical judgements.
GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units
Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant School Progression Panel.
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Test | Online test | 20% |
| Case Study | ECG interpretation | 30% |
| Examination ^ | End of semester examination | 50% |
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Test | Online test | 20% |
| Case Study | ECG interpretation | 30% |
| Examination ^ | End of semester examination | 50% |
^ Mandatory to Pass
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:
Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.
The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.
PST2106|2|2