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Patient Extrication
Patient Extrication
Module
National Code
State Code
48879
48879
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
Field of Education
069905 - Paramedical Studies
Nominal Hours
90
Description
To perform minor extrication tasks commonly encountered
by the ambulance officer.
To assess the incident and if beyond his capacity, alert
appropriate authorities.
To identify hazards that may threaten people's lives.
To specify the role of the ambulance officer in the
disaster plan.
To maintain patient management whilst rescue authorities
are extricating the patient.
by the ambulance officer.
To assess the incident and if beyond his capacity, alert
appropriate authorities.
To identify hazards that may threaten people's lives.
To specify the role of the ambulance officer in the
disaster plan.
To maintain patient management whilst rescue authorities
are extricating the patient.
General notes
No information
Evidence Guide
Internal Assessment 100%
One two-hour written paper 40%
Practical skills 60%
St John Ambulance Association requires a minimum pass of
65% in the written paper and 80% in the practical
component.
One two-hour written paper 40%
Practical skills 60%
St John Ambulance Association requires a minimum pass of
65% in the written paper and 80% in the practical
component.
Elements and Performance Criteria
No information
No information
Associated Qual/Courses
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5220 | Emergency Care | Accredited course |