EMCR 186 - Paramedic-Trauma

Institution:

Finger Lakes Community College

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Description:

This course is the last in a series that covers the parameters that a paramedic operates within the pre-hospital setting The student will study trauma to the various body systems, including burns, along with the kinematics and mechanism of injury. Students also will be prepared for certification in International Trauma Life Support. This course also will include scene management in various situations. Areas covered include providing care to geriatric patients with emotional and psychological emergencies and addressing emergency care to patients involved in abuse, assault, and domestic violence Students also will study ambulance and rescue operations and the Medical Incident Command System. During the course, students will be required to complete all remaining clinical requirements, along with the necessary requirements for field clinical experience by riding with approved advanced life support units and preceptors. At the end of this semester, students will meet with the Paramedic Review Committee to determine eligibility to take the New York State Department of Health Practical and Written Exam. : Students must be accepted into the Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic program. Must hold a minimum of the Basic EMT and must maintain that certification throughout the entire program. Must have a minimum of one year field experience. EMCR 145, 155, 175, and 185

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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