A first-of-its-kind resource, the Active Learning Manual: EMT-B, is an accumulation of active learning exercises that extend beyond the classroom, encouraging students to develop a deeper understanding of both the knowledge and skills necessary to become an excellent EMT-Basic. No matter which primary textbook is used, students will still benefit immensely from the addition of the ALM to their study program.

2005
448 pages

Chapter features include:

Chapter Summary:
An expanded summary that can be used as a study tool.

Med Minute:
Contained in clinical chapters, these provide a general overview of commonly prescribed medications students will likely encounter.

Pathophysiology Pearls:
Also contained in clinical chapters, these are designed to provide information relating to specific medical conditions and/or disease processes.

Pearls from the Podium:
In non-clinical chapters, these are simple but valuable insights shared by the authors covering such topics as study tips, patient care, and career tips.

Review Questions:
Like so many other things in life, more practice makes for better scores on state and national exams. Question types include short answer, multiple choice, and scenario.

Case Studies:
Two case studies in each chapter are where critical thinking skills and knowledge are applied. A series of questions follows each case study.

Active Exploration:
Two in each chapter, here’s where the fun begins. Many of these involve getting out of the classroom and actively exploring information and concepts.

Retro Review:
A minimum of three multiple-choice questions from previous chapters keep the cobwebs from forming on information presented earlier in the course.

Thinking and Linking:
To put the “puzzle” together, this table is a quick reference guide for relating current chapter information to other chapters.