EMS 112 Introduction to Paramedic Pre-Hospital Emergency Medicine

This course will introduce the student to preparatory pre-hospital care including roles and responsibilities, wellness of the EMT-Paramedic, injury and illness prevention, and medical/legal and ethical issues. A general review of anatomy and physiology as well as pharmacology, venous access and medication administration, therapeutic communications, and life span development will be covered. Important techniques such as airway management and ventilation, patient assessment, and trauma integration & management will be included.

Credits

6.5

Offered

Spring

Notes

6.5 HOURS (4-2.5-0)