EMS 213 - Paramedic III-Trauma Emergencies and Special Clients

Institution:

Harper College

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Description:

Introduces students to the forces that produce injury on each body system and to related assessment of Basic Life Support (BLS) techniques. Establishes the identification and management techniques of various medical emergencies including pediatric and neonatal transport, special patient populations, extrication-rescue techniques, and transport techniques used in various settings including Advanced Life Support (ALS) response to home care patients. Introduces students to behavioral and psychiatric emergencies. Demonstrates concepts related to medical incident command and disaster management for mass casualty incidents and crime scene responses. Prerequisite: EMS 212 with a grade of C or better.

Credits:

2.00 - 11.00

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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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