EMS 201 - Emergency Medical Technician Paramedic Part A

Institution:

Luzerne County Community College

Subject:

Emergency Medical Services

Description:

This course integrates comprehensive knowledge of the EMS System, the safety and well-being of the paramedic, and medical-legal/ethical aspects of pre-hospital care. The learner incorporates patient assessment findings based on pathophysiology and epidemiological findings to form a field impression and formulate a care plan. The initial course integrates the knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology of the human systems to help formulate and implement optimal emergency care. The knowledge of pharmacological agents including medication dosing, administration techniques intended to mitigate emergencies and improve the health of the patient. The treatment of medical emergencies including patients with respiratory, neurologic, hematologic, immunologic, gastrointestinal, and various health emergencies are included in the course. The course also focuses on the importance of proper treatment of airway compromised patients of all ages using basic and advanced airway techniques.

Credits:

7.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture/Lab

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

09/01/2006 - 08/31/2007 

Institution Website:

www.luzerne.edu

Phone Number:

(570) 740-0200

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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