NAEMT Geriatric Education for EMS (GEMS)Course

Sat Jun 08 2024 at 09:00 am to 05:00 pm

519 Geyser Rd | Ballston Spa

Community Emergency Corps
Publisher/HostCommunity Emergency Corps
NAEMT Geriatric Education for EMS (GEMS)Course
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GEMS provides EMS practitioners with the skills and knowledge to address the unique challenges of older adults..
Cost: $100/ person
About this Event

Geriatric Education for EMS (GEMS)

GEMS provides EMS practitioners at all levels with the skills and knowledge to address the unique medical, social, environmental and communications challenges of older adults. Developed by NAEMT, in partnership with the American Geriatrics Society, GEMS empowers EMS practitioners to help improve medical outcomes and quality of life for geriatric patients.


GEMS features case-based lectures, live action video, hands-on skill stations, simulation and small group scenarios to fully engage students in the learning experience. GEMS covers the following topics:

Changes with age

Assessment of older adults

Pharmacology and Medic*tion toxicity

Psycho-social emergencies

Elder abuse

End-of-life care issues

Cardiovascular and respiratory emergencies

Trauma

Neurological emergencies and altered mental status

Mobile integrated healthcare

Special considerations for older adults in disaster response

Skin and wound care

Medical devices frequently used by older adults

Cost:$100 per Person


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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

519 Geyser Rd, 519 Geyser Road, Ballston Spa, United States

Tickets

USD 50.00

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