EG 001 - These courses are prerequisites for the paramedic certificate- may also be used as electives for other curricula. Emergency Medical Technology I- Basic 2.6

Institution:

Erie Community College

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Description:

The fundamentals of basic life support, human anatomy and physiology, assessment- based care of medical and trauma emergencies, extrication and transportation form the core of this course. Cardio electrophysiology, rhythm recognition using semi-automatic defibrillators is taught. Basic cardiology, rhythm recognition and cardiac defibrillation using semiautomatic equipment and assistance with patients prescribed medications are also included. Guest lecturers from in-hospital and pre-hospital field units are utilized and students are required to spend 10 hours of clinical observation in the area emergency departments. The clinical sites require verification of physical exam and immunizations. Co-requisite: EG 002. F/S (N, S)

Credits:

3.50

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.ecc.edu

Phone Number:

(716) 842-2770

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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