Syllabus
Course: PE 183 Wilderness First Aid Basics
Semester fall 2007, 2nd 8 weeks
Course Credit
& Format: 1 hour credit, lecture/laboratory
Day/Time: Tuesday / Thursday 1:00-2:15pm
Location: Coliseum room 279
Instructor: Nathan R. Kile
Room 287, Coliseum
Phone- (304) 293-3295, ext. 5290
Email- Nathan.Kile@mix.wvu.edu
Office Hours- Mon./Wed. 2:00-4:00, Tue./Thurs. 11:00-12:00, or by appointment
Prerequisites: None
Required Texts: - American Red Cross. (1996). First aid: When help is delayed. USA: The American National Red Cross.
- American Red Cross (2000). Wilderness first aid basics: Student guide. North Carolina: The American National Red Cross.
- Carline, J., Lentz, M., & Macdonald, S. (2004). Mountaineering first aid: A guide to accident response and first aid care (5th ed.). Washington: The Mountaineers Books.
Additional Costs
& Supplies: Each student wishing to become officially certified will be required to pay a $10 fee to cover the costs of American Red Cross certification card and fees.
Course Objectives:
The objective of this course is to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to deal with emergency situations while in delayed-help and/or wilderness settings. Upon successful completion of this course, students may be eligible to receive the Wilderness First Aid Basics Red Cross certificate with a certification period of three years. This class will consist of both hands-on experience and classroom instruction.
Expected Learning Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:
1. Explain how to respond appropriately to emergency situations.
2. Describe common causes of injuries and how injuries can be prevented.
3. Explain how to properly prepare for journeys into the backcountry or other delayed help environments.
4. Describe and demonstrate the emergency action steps to be employed when EMS is not readily available.
5. Demonstrate basic first aid techniques.
6. Demonstrate short distance transfer and evacuation techniques.
7. Demonstrate their abilities during mock scenarios and simulated rescues that test their new knowledge and skills.
Grade Assignment:
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90% and above |
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80 to 89% |
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B |
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70 to 79% |
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65 to 69% |
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below 65% |
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F |
Grading Criteria:
Final grades will be dependent upon attendance and participation, skill demonstrations, and a written final exam.
Attendance and Participation 30% (15 class sessions X 2 points each = 30 points)
Skill Demonstrations 50% (10 skills demonstrations X 5 points each = 50 points)
Final Exam 20% (1 exam X 20 points = 20 points)
Total 100%
*Receiving a passing grade for the class does not guarantee certification with the American Red Cross. In order to receive the certification for WFAB through the American Red Cross, the student must pass the final exam with a score of 80% or higher and also demonstrate competency with all first aid skills.
Attendance and Participation Policy
Attendance and participation in class sessions is required. Any absence in excess of one class period during the semester will result in a deduction of two points off the student’s attendance grade. Students are responsible for all course content taught during an absence. Exams, skill demonstrations, or other assignments may not be made up without prior approval from the instructor. Students who are marked absent for the first two class sessions of the course will be automatically dropped from the course unless prior arrangements are made with the instructor.
Please be on time and prepared for all class sessions. Excessive tardiness to class or early departure from class may result in an absence for that class period at the discretion of the instructor. Students who attend class but are unprepared to participate may be counted absent.
*Note! Due to the serious nature of this class, excessive absences will reduce your grade and chances of becoming certified through the American Red Cross.
Skill Demonstrations
Over the course of the semester students will demonstrate competency in the various skills taught in the class. The skill demonstrations will be checked off by the instructor on the date listed on the tentative course schedule, unless changes are necessary due to inclement weather, school closure, etc.
Final Exam
There will be one written exam for this course. The exam will be given on the final class date. The final exam will be comprehensive for the course material and will consist of 50 multiple choice questions. *In order to meet certification requirements through the American Red Cross, students must make 80% or higher on the final exam.
Academic Integrity:
All students are expected to abide by the student conduct code regarding academic integrity. All violations will be reported to the Office of Judicial Affairs.
Open Door Policy
The School of Physical Education has an open door policy. Any student enrolled in this class who has any concerns about the course may take these concerns to the instructor, or the Basic Instruction Program director and Associate Dean, Dr. Lynn Housner. The concerns may be expressed in either verbal or written form. Dr. Lynn Housner is located in room 278 of the Coliseum. His telephone number is 293-3295 ext. 5287 and his email is lhousner@mail.wvu.edu.
Social Justice Statement:
West Virginia University is committed to social justice. I concur with that commitment and expect to maintain a positive learning environment based upon open communication, mutual respect, and non-discrimination. Our University does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, age, disability, veterans status, religion, sexual orientation, color or national origin. Any suggestions as to how to further such a positive and open environment in this class will be appreciated and given serious consideration.
Disability Statement:
If you are a person with a disability and anticipate needing any type of accommodation in order to participate in this class, please advise me and make appropriate arrangements with Disability Services at 293-6700.
Assumption of Risk:
As with everything else, there are many inherent risks involved with participation in this class. It is the responsibility of the student to decide whether or not to accept these risks. Please notify the instructor if concerns arise. Students participating in off-campus trips will be required to complete a release form and emergency contact/medical information sheet prior to the trip.
Tentative Course Schedule:
Date:
Oct. 16th- Class Introduction/Syllabus Review/Intro to Wilderness FA; Emergency Action Steps; Checking the Scene
Oct. 18th- Checking the Patient (*Skill test #1); Checking for Resources; Getting Help
Oct. 23rd- Care in a Delayed Help Situation; Causes & Prevention of Injuries; 10 Essentials/First Aid Kits
Oct. 25th- Patient Assessment and Care (*Skill tests #2 & #3)
Oct. 30th- Wounds and Burns (*Skill test #4)
Nov. 1st- Head and Spinal Injuries (*Skill test #5)
Nov. 6th- Chest & Abdominal Injuries (*Skill test #6)
Nov. 8th- Scenarios
Nov. 13th- Extremity Injuries (*Skill test #7)
Nov. 15th- Shock; Illnesses Related to the Environment; Bites & Stings (*Skill test #8)
Nov. 20th - Thanksgiving Break- No Class
Nov. 22nd- Thanksgiving Break- No Class
Nov. 27th- Sudden Illness; Other Miseries (*Skill test #9)
Nov. 29th- Carrying Out the Plan; Scenarios (*Skill test #10)
Dec. 4th- Scenarios; Conclusion; Review for Final Exam
Dec. 6th- Final Exam