EMS 133 Medical Emergencies I

This course will allow the student to study a variety of common medical emergencies, as well as proper patient assessment, exam and interventions. Disorders of the following types will be addressed: behavioral and psychiatric, hematologic, musculoskeletal, and head, eye, ear, nose, and throat. Emergencies involving gynecology and obstetrics will also be studied. Care of special populations will be addressed, including the neonatal, pediatric, and geriatric patients, as well as victims of abuse or assault. Acute intervention of the chronically ill patient will also be presented.

Credits

4.5

Prerequisite

CED ES01

Offered

Spring

Notes

4.5 HOURS (2-2.5-0)