EMTP 2210 - Advanced Patient Care for the Paramedic I

Institution:

Northeast State Community College

Subject:

Emergency Medical Technician

Description:

Advanced Patient Care for the Paramedic I is an in-depth study of pharmacology, advanced airway management, infectious disease, advanced trauma management and patient assessment. Students learn an extensive application of those drugs used to treat medical and traumatic emergencies. Emphasis is placed on drug calculation, actions, indications, contraindications, dosage, interactions, controlled substances, Food and Drug Administration (FDA) requirements and routes of administration. A broad based study of those issues and advanced skills impacting the Paramedic is conducted. Advanced and basic airway maintenance is introduced in this course. Students are also required to complete clinical rotations in the operating room where they will perform endotracheal intubations.

Credits:

17.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Multiple

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.NortheastState.edu

Phone Number:

(423) 323-3191

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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