EMS 271 - Medical Care in Paramedicine

Institution:

Monroe Community College

Subject:

Emergency Medic Services (EMS)

Description:

This course builds on the medical concepts learned in Introduction to Paramedicine. Topics include advanced patient assessment techniques, surgical airway procedures, cardiac care including external pacing and cardioversion, 12-lead EKG interpretation, and advanced medical care. Additional emphasis is placed on the EMT-P working as a team member, and identifying the limitations of paramedicine in the emergency medical setting. Ninety-one class hours, sixty laboratory hours. Prerequisite: EMS 270, and permission from the Emergency Services Department. 8 Credits.

Credits:

0.00 - 8.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture/Lab

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Institution Website:

www.monroecc.edu/

Phone Number:

(585) 292-2000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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