PHECC Paramedic case studies
PHECC Paramedic · Put your knowledge to work in context.
The PHECC Paramedic credential sits within Ireland's pre-hospital emergency care system, which is independently co-ordinated, developed, reviewed, regulated and governed by the Pre-Hospital Emergency Care Council. PHECC states that it regulates pre-hospital emergency care in Ireland, maintains a statutory register of practitioners who meet its standards, and conducts examinations and awards national qualifications in pre-hospital emergency care. The PHECC Paramedic case studies are 5 cases and about 3,492 words.
1The Collapsed Runner with a Narrowing Gap
You are an Advanced Paramedic responding to a 34-year-old male who collapsed at the 38 km mark of a marathon on a warm, humid morning (22 °C, 80% humidity). Bystanders report he was confused, then had a brief generalised seizure.
825 words, about 4 min2The Chest Pain That Doesn't Fit the Story
You are a Paramedic called to a 58-year-old woman with central chest tightness that began 40 minutes ago while she was resting. She describes it as 'pressure' radiating to the left jaw, associated with nausea and sweating.
799 words, about 4 min3The Nursing Home Call with a DNR in the Drawer
You are an EMT responding to a nursing home for an 86-year-old woman with advanced dementia and a recent stroke. Staff report she has been 'not herself' for two days, with reduced oral intake and a low-grade fever.
580 words, about 3 min4The Diabetic with a Normal-Looking Glucose
You are a First Aid Responder at a community sports event. A 62-year-old man is brought to your first aid post by a friend.
492 words, about 2 min5The House Call Where the Problem Isn't Medical
You are a Community Paramedic doing a scheduled home visit for a 74-year-old man with COPD and heart failure. His GP referred him for a medication review and a check on his inhaler technique.
796 words, about 4 min