Brief Description of the Microqualification Educational Program
1. Main Focus of the Educational Program
The program belongs to the field of Healthcare and is aimed at developing practice-oriented competencies in emergency medical care, including Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Prehospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS), early recognition of acute medical conditions (including acute stroke using the FAST protocol), and the application of triage systems.
2. Purpose of the Microqualification Educational Program
To provide learners with comprehensive theoretical knowledge and practical skills in emergency medical care, cardiopulmonary resuscitation across different age groups, early recognition of life-threatening conditions, and the application of triage algorithms to determine the priority of medical interventions.
3. Objectives of the Microqualification Educational Program
- - To master BLS, ACLS, PALS, and PHTLS algorithms in accordance with international standards;
- - To develop practical skills in cardiopulmonary resuscitation for adults, children, and infants;
- - To train participants in the early recognition of stroke using the FAST assessment tool;
- - To develop competencies in primary patient assessment and triage-based prioritization;
- - To strengthen teamwork and communication skills in emergency care settings;
- - To foster clinical decision-making skills in critical and emergency situations.
4. Rationale for the Educational Program
Emergency conditions remain one of the leading causes of mortality and disability worldwide, and patient outcomes largely depend on the timeliness and quality of initial and advanced medical interventions. Internationally recognized BLS, ACLS, PALS, and PHTLS protocols represent the standard of care in emergency medicine and require mandatory practical training for healthcare professionals. In addition, early stroke recognition using the FAST protocol and the application of triage systems are essential for effective patient management and resource allocation. This program is designed to improve healthcare professionals’ preparedness for emergency and critical situations, reduce mortality rates, and enhance the quality of emergency medical care.
Course Information:
| No. | Course Title | Brief Course Description | Credits | Academic Hours | Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | BLS, ACLS, PALS, PHTLS, FP-C, Early Stroke Recognition (FAST Test), and Triage Systems | The course covers the most common emergency conditions encountered in the prehospital setting. Based on evidence-based medicine principles, participants will study the etiology and diagnosis of emergency conditions while focusing on practical skills in Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Prehospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS), Flight and Critical Care Paramedicine (FP-C), and the management of other emergency conditions according to international standards. | 2 | 60 | LO1–LO7 |
Intended Learning Outcomes:
LO1 |
Diagnose critical conditions in adults, children, and infants according to international standards (AHA/ERC 2020) and effectively perform high-quality resuscitation measures following the D-R-C-A-B algorithm, including CPR, automated external defibrillator (AED) use, and airway management, both individually and as part of a team. |
LO2 |
Conduct systematic clinical assessment of critically ill patients, perform differential diagnosis of life-threatening cardiac arrhythmias according to ACLS algorithms, lead resuscitation teams utilizing invasive procedures and pharmacotherapy, and coordinate post-resuscitation care. |
LO3 |
Perform emergency pediatric assessment using the Pediatric Assessment Triangle (PAT), differentiate types of shock and arrhythmias according to age-specific characteristics, provide invasive interventions with accurate medication dosage calculations based on PALS algorithms, and organize post-resuscitation stabilization measures. |
LO4 |
Conduct comprehensive trauma assessment using the XABCDE approach, immediately manage life-threatening external hemorrhage and respiratory compromise (including pneumothorax), apply modern immobilization techniques, stabilize patients, and organize transportation according to the “Golden Hour” principle. |
LO5 |
Plan the transport of critically ill patients in confined environments while considering the physiological effects of flight, including hypoxia and barometric pressure changes; ensure safety and documentation according to IMSAFE and MIST standards; and manage hemodynamic and mechanical ventilation parameters during transport. |
LO6 |
Perform systematic assessment of patients with suspected stroke using the BE-FAST and NIHSS scales, conduct clinical differentiation with consideration of the therapeutic window, and organize neuroprotective care according to prehospital Stroke Protocols. |
LO7 |
Perform medical triage during mass casualty incidents (MCIs) using the START, JumpSTART, and SALT algorithms; determine treatment priorities using color-coded triage systems based on ethical principles and limited-resource conditions; and coordinate emergency response activities within the Incident Command System (ICS). |