EMS 212 - Paramedic II- Medical Emergencies II

Institution:

Harper College

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Description:

Presents acute and chronic disorders of the endocrine, gastrointestinal, genitourinary, neurological, and hematopoietic systems and their emergency management. Covers the anatomy and physiology of the female reproductive system, gynecological emergencies, sexual assaults, and emergency childbirth, complications of pregnancy and delivery, and care/resuscitation of the neonates. Includes pediatric medical and traumatic emergencies with emphasis on the variations in pediatric presentations of the same disorders studied in adults. Also included are toxicology and substance abuse, environmental emergencies, and infectious and communicable diseases. Prerequisite: EMS 211 with a grade of C or better.

Credits:

6.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.harpercollege.edu

Phone Number:

(847) 925-6000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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