Summary:
A medic unit is called to an outpatient clinic for a young woman who cannot go grocery shopping for fear of having an attack of shortness of breath, chest pain, sweaty palms and a racing heart. While being transported from a student health service, a college student admits that he has been late for class because he feels he must check his car ignition repeatedly to be sure that it’s off before he can get out of his vehicle. An ambulance is called to evaluate a middle-aged salesman who has altered his driving routes because he has become fearful when driving over bridges and down steep hills. Although these symptoms vary, moderate to severe levels of anxiety can cause them all. This course will help you identify the different categories of anxiety disorders and how to address them in the prehospital setting.
Objectives:
The goal of this program is to update EMS providers’ clinical knowledge about screening, identifying and treating the most common types of anxiety disorders. After you study the information presented here, you will be able to —
- Define anxiety and identify two causes.
- Describe the common symptoms and treatments of five anxiety disorders.
- Relate two important questions to ask a patient when screening for anxiety disorders.
Accreditation Information
This course is designed for EMTs and Paramedics and is NOT approved as continuing nursing education.
Gannett Education is accredited by the Continuing Education Coordinating Board for Emergency Medical Services (CECBEMS).
CEH Number and Category: 1.0 Advanced