EMS 111 - Emergency Medical Technology I

Institution:

Kennebec Valley Community College

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Description:

5 Credits The first Emergency Medical Technology course and its associated practicum provide the student with basic life support skills. Course content addresses the management of airway and respiratory problems, cardiopulmonary resuscitation, techniques of oxygen therapy, bleeding control and treatment for shock, soft tissue injury and fracture care, principles of spinal immobilization, fundamentals of triage and transportation of the sick and injured, and treatment modalities for a range of medical, obstetrical, pediatric, environmental, and psychiatric emergencies. This course offers an introduction to patient assessment skills and includes training in the maintenance of intravenous lines and use of automatic external defibrillation devices as required by the Maine Office of Emergency Medical Services for licensure at the basic EMT level. The course meets the most recent National Standard Curriculum for EMT - Basic Education. This course is a prerequisite to entry into the advanced levels of EMS education.

Credits:

5.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.kvcc.me.edu

Phone Number:

(207) 453-5000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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