EMT 217 - Geriatrics and Home Care Interventions

Institution:

Volunteer State Community College

Subject:

Description:

A course designed to instruct emergent health care interventions in the pre-hospital environment. Emphasis focuses on patients being cared for at home or in long term care facilities. Special needs patients and geriatrics considerations are thoroughly discussed. Handling and transporting specialty home care equipment such as respirators and infusion pumps compose the fundamental skill component of the class. Two lecture hours per week.

Credits:

2.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.volstate.edu

Phone Number:

(615) 452-8600

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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