EMS 111 - Advanced Emergency Care

Institution:

Aiken Technical College

Subject:

Emergency Medical Technology

Description:

This course is a study of the concepts and skills related to general patient assessment, initial management of life threatening emergencies, airway management, pulmonary ventilation and oxygen administration, the pathophysiology of shock and treatment modalities for the shock syndrome, and pharmacological actions of groups of drugs and fluids. Emphasis is placed on administration of medication and fluid therapy, basic vehicle extrication, and rescue. 4.0-3.0-5.0

Credits:

5.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

EMS-110 and EMS-119

Corequisites:

EMS-212 and EMS-217;

Exclusions:

Level:

Instructional Type:

Lecture/Lab

Notes:

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.atc.edu

Phone Number:

(803) 593-9231

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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