Title: Describe the assessment and management of patients with hematological disorders.
Course: Emergency Medical Technician II (14055-II) > Section: Managing Medical Emergencies

Description should include the anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, assessment, and management of

- sickle cell crisis
- clotting disorders
- other hematologic disorders to be determined locally.

Description should include psychosocial aspects of age-related assessment and treatment modifications for the major or common diseases and/or emergencies associated with pediatric and geriatric patients.

Process/Skill Questions:

- What complications can arise from sickle cell disease (SCD)?
- What are the risk factors for the two main types of clotting disorders?
- What foods or vitamins would benefit patients who suffer from clotting disorders?