EMS 1059C - First Responder for Medical Professionals

Institution:

College of the Florida Keys

Subject:

EMS - Emergency Medical Svcs

Description:

This course is not ordinarily counted in the Associate in Arts degree. This course is based on the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and DOT Standard Curriculum for first responders at scenes of accident and/or illness and is designed to prepare the student for emergency care of a victim, providing the skills and knowledge of care prior to the arrival of the Emergency Medical Technician/Paramedic. Recognition of symptoms and signs of impending danger to the patient's life and the accepted treatment modes for the conditions will be taught as well as techniques for extrication (light duty) of the accident victim. This course is required for firefighters, law enforcement officers, volunteer rescue personnel, and those wishing to enter the EMS profession.

Credits:

4.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.fkcc.edu

Phone Number:

(305) 296-9081

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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