EMS 2620 - Paramedic Phase 1

Credit Hours: 8.0
Prerequisite(s): EMS1119 with C and EMS1119L with C and EMS1411 with C and EMS1421 with C
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Corequisite(s): EMS2464 and EMS2620L
This course meets the requirements of the US DOT National Standard Curriculum for Paramedics and is accredited by the Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for the Emergency Medical Services Professions (CoAEMSP). Paramedic Fundamentals Topics and Skills: Medical terminology, documentation, patient assessment, initial assessment, pathophysiology of shock, general pharmacology, basic math, verbal communication, and use of radio. Respiratory Emergencies Topics and Skills: Basic and advanced airway maintenance, respiratory arrest management, breath sounds, oxygen delivery and pharmacology. Trauma Management Topics and Skills: Trauma and injury management, burns, fluid replacement therapy, sterile technique, mast suit, splinting, and shock management.
Occupational (A.S. and A.A.S.)