EMCR 166 - Paramedic-Cardiology

Institution:

Finger Lakes Community College

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Description:

This course covers the parameters that a paramedic operates within the pre-hospital setting. Topics will include cardiac emergencies. Basic anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology of the heart, and identification of arrhythmias will be presented along with the appropriate pre-hospital management modalities. Twelve lead ECG interpretations, pharmacotherapy, defibrillation, cardioversion, and pathophysiology of more common cardiovascular diseases will be covered. Also, the student will be prepared for certification by the American Heart Association in Advanced Cardiac Life Support and Pediatric Advanced Life Support, which includes care for the pediatric and neonate patients. During the course of the semester, the student will continue clinical requirements in coronary care units and emergency departments shadowing physicians and nurses. Students will continue the necessary requirements for field clinical experience as they ride with approved advanced life support agencies and their preceptors. : Must be accepted into the Emergency Medical Technician- Paramedic program. Must hold a minimum certification of Basic EMT and must maintain that certification throughout the entire program. Must have a minimum of one year EMS field experience. EMCR 145, 155

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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