EMS 255 - Concepts in Critical Care

Institution:

Virginia Highlands Community College

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Description:

Prepares the paramedic or RN to become a critical care specialist, capable of managing the care of a critical care patient both in a hospital setting or during a high risk inter- facility transfer. Includes advanced concepts that build on the knowledge and skills of the paramedic and/or nursing curricula, as well as topics needed to trouble shoot complex monitoring devices and equipment. Topics include anatomy and physiology based clinical assessment, advanced airway management to include mechanical ventilators, diagnostics data interpretation, bedside hemodynamic monitoring, 12 lead EKG interpretation and hemodialysis care. Lecture: 4 hours. Lab: 2 hours. Total 6 hours per week.

Credits:

5.00

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Instructional Type:

Multiple

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Institution Website:

www.vhcc.edu

Phone Number:

(276) 739-2400

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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