EMCR 176 - Paramedic-Medical Emergencies

Institution:

Finger Lakes Community College

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Description:

This course is the fourth in a series that covers the parameters that a paramedic operates within the prehospital setting. Topics include medical emergencies frequently covered in the pre-hospital setting with an emphasis on pathophysiology and management Topics include abdominal, genitourinary, neurological, behavioral, and respiratory emergencies. Topics also will include basic anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology of the endocrine system, including allergies, anaphylaxis, toxicology, hematology, pulmonology, and infectious diseases. Also covered will be behavioral and environmental emergencies. During this course, students will be required to complete clinical requirements in pediatric emergency departments, pediatric intensive care units, obstetrics, medical/surgical intensive care units, adult care and emergency departments shadowing with physicians and nurses. Students also will be required to continue the necessary requirements for field clinical experience by riding with approved advanced life support units and preceptors. : Student must be accepted into the Emergency Medical Technician- Paramedic program. Must hold a minimum certification of the Basic EMT and must maintain that certification throughout the entire program. Must have a minimum of one year EMS field experience. EMCR 145, 155, 175

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.flcc.edu

Phone Number:

(585) 394-3500

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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