EG 027 - Human Behavior in Emergencies

Institution:

Erie Community College

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Description:

A course designed to analyze the biological, psychological and philosophical foundations of human behavior under stressful emergency situations. Use of research data and class exercises will stress the practical application of behavior theory to the student's individual lifestyle, as well as to situations encountered by the EMT in the pre-hospital setting. Emphasis will be upon behavior modification to reduce conflict, consequently leading to improved pre-hospital emergency medical care. Topics include basic concepts and contemporary theories, including brain research, normal and abnormal behavior, stress, death, communications, problem solving, behavior modification, crisis management and crowd control. This course is recommended for EMT personnel as well as other health care professionals. S (S)

Credits:

3.00

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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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