Modern Medic (ALS & BLS)
The Modern Medic series, approved by Lexipol’s Medical Director, David K. Tan, M.D., EMT-T, FAAEM, FAEMS, provides online EMS courses for first responders, EMTs and paramedics. These EMS elearning courses focus on case-based scenarios, featuring real EMS crews dealing with EMS skills, scenarios and challenges. The program’s interactive and fast-paced format is ideal for individuals who want to obtain CAPCE-approved education that meets the highest EMS education standards, as well as EMS agencies looking for engaging continuous recertification training.
By focusing the online courses and training material on skill-based training, students study material that applies to situations they face daily. Each Modern Medic module provides participants with 1.0 hours of CE credit.
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| Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) ( ALS) | There are many cases as a responder that can present challenges, Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) is only one of those. There are numerous challenges with SIDS cases that do not directly present themselves to the naked eye. To be a thorough and dynamic thinker in a SIDS case, it takes education, practice, and understanding about the challenges, expectations, and mental health options prior to getting the call. | 1h |
| Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) ( BLS) | There are many cases as a responder that can present challenges, Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) is only one of those. There are numerous challenges with SIDS cases that do not directly present themselves to the naked eye. To be a thorough and dynamic thinker in a SIDS case, it takes education, practice, and understanding about the challenges, expectations, and mental health options prior to getting the call. | 1h |
| *Infections and Communicable Diseases (ALS) | Influenza is a common illness caused by one of several strains of virus, but how much do you really know about it? This course reviews the types of influenza, the classic patient presentations and the impact of the disease on human populations. Next, using this information, students review patient scenarios and treatment options. Finally, the course discusses ways EMS providers can protect themselves and the public from the spread of influenza. | 1h |
| *Infections and Communicable Diseases (BLS) | As an EMS provider, you can regularly encounter infectious and communicable diseases. In this course, learn how to best protect yourself from such exposures through screening methods, post-exposure treatment options, and screening methods. | 1h |
| *Drowning (ALS) | This course offers an overview of the critical aspects of drowning emergencies. Designed for ALS clinicians, it explores risk factors, responses, and lifesaving strategies for both pediatric and adult patients. | 1h |
| *Drowning (BLS) | This course offers an overview of the critical aspects of drowning emergencies. Designed for BLS clinicians, it explores risk factors, responses, and lifesaving strategies for both pediatric and adult patients. | 1h |
| Facial Trauma (ALS) | Facial trauma can be much more than a surface-level injury, both physically and emotionally. In severe cases, it can be a life-threatening emergency. Even in less traumatic cases, facial trauma can be no less life-changing. In this course, learners will discover how to manage the challenging complications unique to facial trauma. The student will also review the types, causes, and treatment of facial injuries. Our face is our primary psychosocial interface with others. The realization that how we will interact with others is forever changed is stressful and can be acutely emotional. | 1h |
| Facial Trauma (BLS) | Facial trauma can be much more than a surface-level injury, both physically and emotionally. In severe cases, it can be a life-threatening emergency. Even in less traumatic cases, facial trauma can be no less life-changing. In this course, learners will discover how to manage the challenging complications unique to facial trauma. The student will also review the types, causes, and treatment of facial injuries. Our face is our primary psychosocial interface with others. The realization that how we will interact with others is forever changed is stressful and can be acutely emotional. | 1h |
| *Pediatric Toxic Ingestion (ALS) | With the increased prevalence of at-home treatment of a variety of complex medical conditions, patient’s homes are increasingly a location where a multitude of prescription and over-the-counter medications can be found. While this has allowed for reductions in hospitalization for many common conditions, it has increased the exposure of all patients, particularly pediatrics, to potentially dangerous toxicological emergencies. This course introduces the concepts of pediatric toxicology and focuses, in particular, on accidental overdose on prescription medications. | 1h |
| *Pediatric Toxic Ingestion (BLS) | With the increased prevalence of at-home treatment of a variety of complex medical conditions, patient’s homes are increasingly a location where a multitude of prescription and over-the-counter medications can be found. While this has allowed for reductions in hospitalization for many common conditions, it has increased the exposure of all patients, particularly pediatrics, to potentially dangerous toxicological emergencies. This course introduces the concepts of pediatric toxicology and focuses, in particular, on accidental overdose on prescription medications. | 1h |
| Advanced Airways: Intubation | There are many cases as a responder that can present challenges and airway management is just one of those. Airway issues and an inability to quickly and successfully manage a patient’s airway is an immediate life threat. As a provider, you must be able to understand airway anatomy, issues with the airway, perform primary and secondary assessments, perform basic and advanced airway assessments, and be able to quickly and definitively manage a secure airway. Do you have what it takes? | 3h |
Medic Monthly (ALS & BLS)Airway/Respiration/Ventilation |
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| Course Name | Course Description | Length | |
| Asthma | This one hour Medic Monthly course will educate the Paramedic about the identification and management of the patient with asthma. | 1h | |
| Capnography for Respiratory Distress | This one-hour Medic Monthly course provides instruction on the use of capnography in the field and its assistance in the treatment of patients in respiratory distress. | 1h | |
| Carbon Monoxide Poisoning | The goal of this month’s edition of Medic Monthly is to educate the Paramedic about the management of a carbon monoxide exposed patient. | 1h | |
| Dyspnea | The goal of this month’s edition of Medic Monthly is to educate the Paramedic about the management of the dyspnea patient. | 1h | |
| Pediatric Shortness of Breath | The goal of this month’s edition of Medic Monthly is to educate the Paramedic about the management of the pediatric patient with shortness of breath. | 1h | |
Medic Monthly (ALS & BLS)Cardiac Care |
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| Acute MI & STEMI | The goal of this month’s edition of Medic Monthly is to educate the paramedic about both the typical and atypical presentations of acute myocardial infarction and STEMI. | 1h | |
| Chest Pain | The goal of this installment of Medic Monthly is to educate the first responder/EMT/paramedic about the management of the chest pain patient. | 1h | |
| CHF vs. COPD | The goal of this month’s edition of Medic Monthly is to educate the EMR/EMT about the overlapping signs and symptoms of Congestive Heart Failure (CHF)/Pulmonary Edema and COPD. | 1h | |
| Determination of Death | The goal of this month’s edition of the Medic Monthly is to educate the paramedic about determination of death. | 1h | |
| DNR | The goal of this edition of the Medic Monthly is to educate the Paramedic about the management of the patient with advance directives and DNR orders. | 1h | |
| Myocardial Infarction | The goal of this installment of Medic Monthly is to educate the first responder/EMT/paramedic about both the typical and atypical presentations of acute myocardial infarction. | 1h | |
| Pit Crew CPR | This one-hour Medic Monthly course provides instruction on Pit Crew CPR, a high-performance CPR technique where responder roles are redefined. This course presents versions for ALS responders. | 1h | |
| Return of Spontaneous Circulation | At any cardiac arrest scene, the primary goal is to achieve Return of Spontaneous Circulation (ROSC). This course encourages practitioners to first get patients to ROSC, then use a tactical pause to consider airway and breathing management and treatment. The course covers how to properly move, assess, and care for patients post-cardiac arrest, plus looks at various causes of cardiac arrest to keep in mind for treatment. | 1h30m | |
| Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) | The goal of this installment of Medic Monthly is to educate the first responder/EMT/paramedic about the care and treatment of the infant cardiac arrest victim and their family. | 1h | |
| Stroke | The goal of this month’s edition of Medic Monthly is to educate the EMR/EMT about the management of the stroke patient. | 1h | |
| Ventricular Assist Devices: Assessment and Treatment Considerations | Rev up your medical response skills with our turbo-charged one-hour course on Ventricular Assist Devices: Assessment and Treatment Considerations. Designed specifically for Basic Life Support (BLS) responders, this session will supercharge your knowledge and equip you with the critical tools to tackle heart-related emergencies. Buckle up for a fast-paced ride through the high-stakes world of cardiac care! | 1h | |
Medic Monthly (ALS & BLS)Medical/Clinical |
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| Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm | The goal of this installment of Medic Monthly is to educate the first responder/EMT/paramedic about the detection and management of the patient with a suspected ruptured abdominal aortic aneurysm. | 1h | |
| Acute Psychosis | The goal of this edition of the Medic Monthly is to educate the First Responder/EMT about the management of the patient with acute psychosis. | 1h | |
| Alcohol-Related Emergencies | The goal of this installment of Medic Monthly is to educate the first responder/EMT/paramedic about the management of the alcohol-intoxicated patient. | 1h | |
| Altered Mental Status in the Elderly | The goal of this month’s edition of Medic Monthly is to educate the Paramedic about altered mental status in the elderly patient. | 1h | |
| Alternative Drugs of Abuse | The goal of this month’s edition of Medic Monthly is to educate the EMR/EMT about some newer drugs of abuse. | 1h | |
| Altitude Illness | The goal of this month’s Medic Monthly is to educate the EMR/EMT about Altitude Illness. | 1h | |
| Anaphylasis | The An allergic reaction or anaphylaxis? When is epinephrine truly indicated? Is Benadryl ever enough if the person just has itching? Do we even have a concrete definition for Anaphylaxis? Get the answers in this Medic Monthly training. | 1h | |
| Anticholinergic Overdose | The goal of this installment of Medic Monthly is to educate the first responder/EMT/paramedic about the identification and management of the patient with anticholinergic toxicity. | 1h | |
| Child Abuse | The goal of this month’s edition of Medic Monthly is to educate the Paramedic about the management of the potential child abuse patient. | 1h | |
| Club Drugs | The goal of this installment of Medic Monthly is to educate the first responder/EMT/paramedic about the many different commonly abused club drugs. | 1h | |
| Dehydration | The goal of this edition of the Medic Monthly is to educate the First Responder and EMT about the identification and management of the patient with dehydration. | 1h | |
| Dementia and Prehospital Implications | The The goal of this edition of the Medic Monthly is to educate the Paramedic about the management of the elderly patient with dementia. | 1h | |
| Depression/Suicide | The goal of this month’s edition of Medic Monthly is to educate the Paramedic about the management of the psychiatric patient. | 1h | |
| Diving Emergencies | The goal of this month’s edition of Medic Monthly is to educate the EMR/EMT about the assessment and management of dive-related emergencies. | 1h | |
| Elder Abuse | The goal of this month’s edition of Medic Monthly is to educate the Paramedic about the management of the potential elder abuse patient. | 1h | |
| Excited Delirium | The goal of this edition of the Medic Monthly is to educate the First Responder and EMT about the management of the patient with excited delirium. | 1h | |
| Gastrointestinal Bleeding | The goal of this installment of Medic Monthly is to educate the first responder/EMT/paramedic about the management of the gastrointestinal bleeding patient. | 1h | |
| Headaches | The goal of this installment of Medic Monthly is to educate the first responder/EMT/paramedic about the management of the patient with a headache. | 1h | |
| Hepatitis and Job-Related Infectious Disease Concerns | The goal of this edition of the Medic Monthly is to educate the Paramedic about the management of patients with infectious diseases and the actual risk of disease contraction with various occupational exposures. | 1h | |
| Hyperthermic Patient | The goal of this installment of Medic Monthly is to educate the first responder/EMT/paramedic about the management of the patient with hyperthermia. | 1h | |
| Hypothermic Patient | The goal of this installment of Medic Monthly is to educate the first responder/EMT/paramedic about the management of the hypothermic patient. | 1h | |
| Kidney Disease | The goal of this installment of Medic Monthly is to educate the first responder/EMT/paramedic about the management of the patient with confirmed or suspected kidney disease. | 1h | |
| Liver Disease | The goal of this month’s edition of the Medic Monthly is to educate the first responder/EMT/paramedic about liver disease. | 1h | |
| Managing Chronic Care Patients | This one-hour Medic Monthly course provides instruction on managing chronic care patients and their overuse or abuse of the EMS system. | 1h | |
| Methamphetamine Abuse | The goal of this installment of Medic Monthly is to educate the first responder/EMT/paramedic about the clinical findings commonly encountered with methamphetamine abuse. | 1h | |
| Narcotic Abuse | The goal of this edition of Medic Monthly is to educate the paramedic about the identification and management of the patient with opiate and other drug abuse. | 1h | |
| Pediatric Altered Mental Status | The goal of this installment of Medic Monthly is to educate the first responder/EMT/paramedic about the management of the pediatric patient with an altered mental status. | 1h | |
| Pediatric Chest Pain | The goal of this edition of the Medic Monthly is to educate the Paramedic about management of the pediatric chest pain patient. | 1h | |
| Pediatric Overdose | The goal of this installment of Medic Monthly is to educate the first responder/EMT/paramedic about the management of the pediatric overdose patient. | 1h | |
| Pediatric Seizures | The goal of this installment of Medic Monthly is to educate the first responder/EMT/paramedic about the management of the pediatric seizure patient. | 1h | |
| Pregnancy and Dyspnea | The goal of this month’s edition of Medic Monthly is to educate the Paramedic about pregnancy and dyspnea. | 1h | |
| Radiation Injuries | The goal of this edition of Medic Monthly is to educate the EMR/EMT/Paramedic about both typical and atypical presentations of radiation. | 1h | |
| Safe Transport of the Pediatric Patient | This one-hour Medic Monthly course provides instruction on the safe transport of pediatric patients and best practices on using child safety seats, transporting uninjured pediatric patients, dangers, and more. | 1h | |
| Responding to Severely Agitated Patients (ALS) – NEW! | This comprehensive course is for experienced EMS paramedics seeking to enhance their skills in managing patients suffering from severe agitation. Severe agitation, more commonly encountered in prehospital care, can stem from various etiologies, including psychiatric disorders, substance abuse, or medical illnesses. The course emphasizes a holistic approach, combining medical knowledge, practical skills, and communication techniques to manage these complex situations effectively and safely. | 2h | |
| Responding to Severely Agitated Patients (BLS) – NEW! | This comprehensive course is for Basic Life Support (BLS) EMS clinicians who seek to enhance their skills in managing patients suffering from severe agitation. Severe agitation, more commonly encountered in prehospital care, can stem from various etiologies including psychiatric disorders, substance abuse, or medical illnesses. This course emphasizes a holistic approach, combining medical knowledge, practical skills, and communication techniques to manage these complex situations effectively and safely. | 2h | |
| Seizures | The goal of this installment of Medic Monthly is to educate the first responder/EMT/paramedic about the management of the seizure patient. | 1h | |
| Sepsis | This Medic Monthly course on sepsis 2016 (ALS) will discuss the etiology of uncomplicated infection and contrast it to sepsis. There will be a discussion of signs and symptoms as well as a discussion of treatment options and treatment priorities. | 1h | |
| Sickle Cell Crisis | The goal of this installment of Medic Monthly is to educate the paramedic about the care about the sickle cell disease. | 1h | |
| Toxic Inhalations | The goal of this installment of Medic Monthly is to educate the first responder/EMT/paramedic about the different presentations of various toxic inhalations. | 1h | |
| Wheezing | The goal of this installment of Medic Monthly is to educate the first responder/EMT/paramedic about the management of the patient with wheezing. | 1h | |
Medic Monthly (ALS & BLS)Operations |
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| Customer Service | The goal of this installment of Medic Monthly is to educate the first responder/EMT/paramedic about the importance of customer service. | 1h | |
| EMS Lawsuits – Documentation/Patient Refusals | The goal of this month’s edition of Medic Monthly is to educate the Paramedic about the management of patients that want to refuse care or transport. | 1h | |
| EMS Response to Active Shooter Incidents | This one-hour Medic Monthly course provides instruction on Responses to Active Shooter Incidents. | 1h | |
| Patient Communication During Disasters | This one-hour Medic Monthly course provides instruction on patient communication during disasters and how to interact with individuals who are emotionally and physically overwhelmed. | 1h | |
| Scene Safety | The goal of this edition of the Medic Monthly is to educate the EMR/EMT about the importance of Scene Safety. | 1h | |
| The Art of Patient Refusal | The goal of this month’s edition of Medic Monthly is to educate the Paramedic about patients who refuse care. | 1h | |
| The Obese Patient | The goal of this installment of Medic Monthly is to educate the first responder/EMT/paramedic about the management of the obese EMS patient. | 1h | |
Medic Monthly (ALS & BLS)Patient Handling |
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| Triage | The goal of this month’s edition of Medic Monthly is to educate the EMR/EMT about the importance of MCI Triage. | 1h | |
Medic Monthly (ALS & BLS)Pediatric Care |
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| Managing the Pediatric Arrest | This one-hour Medic Monthly course provides instruction on Pediatric Cardiac Arrest: Recognition, Resuscitation, and Transport Considerations. This course is provided for ALS responders. | 1h | |
| Pediatric Emergencies | This episode of Medic Monthly focuses on the Pediatric Assessment Triangle that allows the provider to rapidly obtain vital information prior to physically approaching the pediatric patient. | 1h | |
| Pediatric Spinal Injuries | Treating Pediatric Spinal Injuries requires special consideration. In this course, the best practices of working with pediatric trauma patients, along with assessing and treating Pediatric Spinal Injuries will be discussed. | 1h | |
Medic Monthly (ALS & BLS)Pharmacology |
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| Medication Errors | Human error during drug administration occurs with surprising frequency across all disciplines of medicine. This one-hour Medic Monthly course, Medication Errors, investigates these errors and how to prevent them. This course is provided for ALS responders. | 1h | |
Medic Monthly (ALS & BLS)Trauma |
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| Abdominal Trauma | The goal of this installment of Medic Monthly is to educate the first responder/EMT/paramedic about the management of the abdominal trauma victim. | 1h | |
| Amputation and Hemorrhage Control | This one-hour Medic Monthly course provides instruction on the presentation of amputation in the field and the need for subsequent hemorrhage control. This course will discuss the etiology of hemorrhagic shock and treatment priorities in massive hemorrhage. | 1h | |
| Animal Bites | The goal of this month’s edition of Medic Monthly is to educate the paramedic about animal bites. | 1h | |
| Back Pain/Injuries | In this course, the learner will be exposed to both medical and traumatic causes of back pain and be shown assessment techniques to help the clinician differentiate between them. The management of back pain patients has evolved, with the focus on spinal motion restrictions rather than immobilizing everyone who complains of back pain. Additionally, distinguishing between spinal and neurogenic shock, along with key considerations for the management of neurogenic shock, will be reviewed. Finally, this course will review pain management techniques from basic interventions to when it is appropriate to administer analgesics to a back pain patient. | 1h | |
| Blast Injuries | The goal of this month’s edition of Medic Monthly is to educate the Paramedic about both the typical and atypical presentations of blast injuries. | 1h | |
| Body Piercings | The goal of this installment of Medic Monthly is to educate the first responder/EMT/paramedic about the management of the patient with tongue trauma. | 1h | |
| Burns | The goal of this month’s edition of Medic Monthly is to educate the EMR/EMT about the management of burn injuries. | 1h | |
| Chest Trauma | The goal of this installment of Medic Monthly is to educate the first responder/EMT/paramedic about blunt chest trauma. | 1h | |
| Elderly Falls | The goal of this installment of Medic Monthly is to educate the first responder/EMT/paramedic about the management of the elderly fall patient. | 1h | |
| Elderly Hip Fracture | The goal of this installment of Medic Monthly is to educate the first responder/EMT/paramedic about the management of the patient with a hip injury. | 1h | |
| Electrical Injuries | Electrical injuries present unique challenges for EMS clinicians, requiring specialized knowledge and preparedness. This course equips EMTs with essential skills to handle these complex and often deceptive emergencies. Through real-world case studies, participants will learn about the types of electrical injuries, hidden complications, and effective patient assessment and treatment strategies. This training confirms EMTs are ready to provide immediate, life-saving care in high-risk, low-frequency electrical emergencies. | 1h | |
| Eye Injuries | The goal of this month’s edition of Medic Monthly is to educate the EMR/EMT Paramedic about the assessment and management of eye injuries. | 1h | |
| Facial Trauma | The goal of this edition of the Medic Monthly is to educate the First Responder/EMT/Paramedic about the management of the patient with facial trauma. | 1h | |
| Head Injuries | The goal of this month’s edition of Medic Monthly is to educate the Paramedic about the management of the potential head injured patient. | 1h | |
| Pediatric Abdominal Trauma | The goal of this installment of Medic Monthly is to educate the first responder/EMT/paramedic about the management of the pediatric patient with abdominal trauma. | 1h | |
| Pediatric Burns | The goal of this month’s edition of Medic Monthly is to educate the EMR/EMT about the management of pediatric burn injuries. | 1h | |
| Pediatric Falls (ALS)/td> | The goal of this installment of Medic Monthly is to educate the first responder/EMT/paramedic about the management of the pediatric patient with falls. | 1h | |
| Penetrating Neck Trauma | The goal of this month’s edition of the Medic Monthly is to educate the EMR/EMT and Paramedic about penetrating neck injuries. | 1h | |
| Pregnancy and Trauma | The goal of this month’s edition of Medic Monthly is to educate the paramedic about the management of the pregnant trauma patient. | 1h | |
| Safe and Effective Pain Management | This one-hour Medic Monthly course provides instruction on the use of pain management in the field and its use in the treatment of patient trauma. | 1h | |
| Snakebites and Stings | The goal of this month’s edition of Medic Monthly is to educate the Paramedic about the management of the snakebite victim. | 1h | |
| Spinal Injuries | The goal of this month’s edition of Medic Monthly is to educate the paramedic about the management of the spine-injured patient. | 1h | |
| Spinal Motion Restriction | This Medic Monthly course on Spinal Motion Restriction (ALS) presents new ways to think about how EMS providers handle spinal trauma and injuries. | 1h | |
| Stabbings | The goal of this month’s edition of the Medic Monthly is to educate the Paramedic about penetrating chest and abdominal injuries. | 1h | |
| Treating Neck and Spinal Injuries | In this edition of Medic Monthly, learners will explore the various types of neck and spinal injuries, particularly those associated with football and sports injuries, as well as the mechanisms of injury, how to perform a physical assessment, and the importance of documenting each incident. | 1h | |