EMT 118 - Basic EMT Intravenous Therapy(IV)

Institution:

Columbia State Community College

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Description:

This course provides EMT Basics who seek EMT IV licensure the knowledge, skills, and competencies consistent with the state of Tennessee EMS regulations. This course emphasis e s the acquisition of principles, techniques and skills related to intravenous therapy including fluid and electrolytes and acid-base balance. Other topics include but not limited to review of EMT roles and responsibilities, EMS systems, medical legal considerations, patient assessment, telecommunications, and assessment and treatment of the trauma patient. (Prerequisite: Current Tennessee EMTBasic License.) (Corequisite: EMT 116.) 2 hrs. lecture, 2 hrs. lab. Students must be admitted into the Paramedic Program before they can register for any 200 level courses.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.columbiastate.edu

Phone Number:

(931) 540-2722

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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