HSC 2223 - Pathophysiology

Institution:

East Arkansas Community College

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Description:

The focus of pathophysiology is the abnormal functioning of diseased organs. The course will include descriptions of causes, signs and symptoms, diagnostic tests, and treatments dealing with patient care. Prerequisite: BIO 2114 will apply theoretical concepts and practical skills in the management and delivery of pre-hospital patient care. The content areas incorporated in this course will be cardiac emergencies, medical emergencies, OB/ GYN/Pediatrics, operations management, trauma, and airway and breathing. A practical skills final exam will be administered. The Paramedic Final (standardized written exam) will be given at the completion of this course. Students must be successful on both practical skills and paramedic written final to pass the course and graduate. Prerequisites: All required EMT courses from Term I, II, and II Corequisites: EMT course from Term IV

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

WWW.EACC.EDU

Phone Number:

(870) 633-4480 ext 219

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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