EMS 120 - EMT- Intermediate Theory hrs

Institution:

Black Hawk College

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Description:

Prerequisite: EMS 100 with a grade of "B" or better, current EMT Basic license, current CPR card (healthcare provider level). In this course, the student is introduced to the roles and responsibilities of the EMT-I, beginning paramedic. Ethical and legal aspects of the Emergency Medical Services system are discussed. Anatomy and physiology is reviewed and primary and secondary physical assessment is presented. The causes and emergency management of problems relating to fluid/electrolyte balance, shock, and trauma-related respiratory disorders are discussed. Selected life-threatening arrhythmias and their treatment are also presented. Clinical experiences and observations will be selected to correlate with the course content. 8 lecture hours; 0 lab hours per week.

Credits:

8.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.bhc.edu

Phone Number:

(309) 796-5000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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