PAR 106 - Pharmacology

Institution:

Dutchess Community College

Subject:

Paramedic

Description:

This course is designed to introduce the paramedic student to the categories of pharmacological agents and the application of pharmacological concepts to clinical paramedic practice. Emphasis will be placed on understanding physiological drug actions. Topics include pharmacology intravenous therapy and medication administration. The lab section covers psychomotor skills of medication administration, blood drawing and intravenous therapy. Skills include phlebotomy, intramuscular and subcutaneous injections, intravenous cannulation, intravenous drug administration, inhalation administration, endotracheal drug administration, and sublingual drug administration. Pre-Requisites: BIO115 with a grade of ¿C¿ or better. Co-Requisites: PAR 101

Credits:

0.00 - 3.00

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Instructional Type:

Multiple

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.sunydutchess.edu

Phone Number:

(845) 431-8000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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