Publications by authors named "Joann Freel"
Objectives: The purpose of this research was to characterize the use of simulation in initial paramedic education programs in order assist stakeholders' efforts to target educational initiatives and resources. This group sought to provide a snapshot of what simulation resources programs have or have access to and how they are used; faculty perceptions about simulation; whether program characteristics, resources, or faculty training influence simulation use; and if simulation resources are uniform for patients of all ages.
Methods: This was a cross-sectional census survey of paramedic programs that were accredited or had a Letter of Review from the Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for the EMS Professions at the time of the study.
Objectives: The preparation of emergency medicine practitioners occurs at a variety of levels, via individuals with various levels of experience and training, and through a variety of oversight organizations. The purpose of this study was to quantify the characteristics of those recognized as prehospital emergency medical services (EMS) educators, the type and amount of infrastructure available to facilitate the learning process, and what attributes and common practices the profession values.
Methods: The respondents (n = 1,691) were generated randomly from a nationwide systematic sample of all known EMS instructors.