In this chapter you will learn about the following: Describe the basic structure of the legal system in the United States, relate how laws affect the paramedic’s practice, list situations that a paramedic is legally required to report in most states, describe the four elements involved in a claim of negligence, describe measures paramedics may take to protect themselves from claims of negligence. | 9/11/2012 1 Chapter 48 Pediatrics 2 Learning Objectives • Identify the role of the Emergency Medical Services for Children program. • Identify age‐related illnesses and injuries in pediatric patients. • Outline the general principles of assessment and management of the pediatric patient. 3 Copyright © 2013 by Jones & Bartlett Learning, LLC, an Ascend Learning Company 1 9/11/2012 Learning Objectives • Identify modifications in patient assessment techniques that assist in the examination of patients at different developmental levels. • Describe the pathophysiology, signs and symptoms, and management of selected pediatric respiratory emergencies. 4 Learning Objectives • Describe the pathophysiology, signs and symptoms, and management of shock in the pediatric patient. • Describe the pathophysiology, signs and symptoms, and management of selected pediatric dysrhythmias. • Describe the pathophysiology, signs and symptoms, and management of pediatric seizures. 5 Learning Objectives • Describe the pathophysiology, signs and symptoms, and management of hypoglycemia and hyperglycemia in the pediatric patient. • Describe the pathophysiology, signs and symptoms, and management of infectious pediatric emergencies. 6 Copyright © 2013 by Jones & Bartlett Learning, LLC, an Ascend Learning Company 2 9/11/2012 Learning Objectives • Identify common causes of poisoning and toxic exposure in the pediatric patient. • Describe special considerations for assessment and management of specific injuries in children. 7 Learning Objectives • Outline the pathophysiology and management of sudden infant death syndrome. • Describe the risk factors, key signs and symptoms, and management of injuries or illness resulting from child abuse and neglect. • Identify prehospital considerations for the care of infants and children with special needs. 8 Paramedic’s Role in Caring for Pediatric Patients • Prehospital care and interfacility transfer • .
