EMS 2601 - Special Populations in Paramedicine and AMLS and PHTLS Certification

Institution:

Utah Tech University

Subject:

Emergency Medical Services

Description:

Emphasizes concepts in obstetrics and gynecology and critical decision making skills transitioning from EMT/AEMT to Paramedic. Introduces advanced concepts in neonatal care, including airway, respiratory, and circulatory considerations. Identifies evidence-based practices in managing these emergencies. Lecture and lab course. This course requires a Differential Tuition Rate which is an additional fee of $80 charged per credit hour. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Compare the management of normal deliveries versus high-risk pregnancy and/or related gynecological emergencies. 2. Evaluate the pathophysiology and management of infants including neonates and newborns. 3. Demonstrate a patient assessment of an obstetric patient and organize findings for assessment-based management to provide appropriate pharmacological interventions. 4. Integrate the pathophysiology, assessment, and critical decision-making skills indicated for patients in special populations. 5. Test and successfully certify as an ACLS and PEPP Provider. Course fee required. Prerequisites: EMS 2201, EMS 2201, EMS 2301, EMS 2401, EMS 2420, and EMS 2450 (All grade B or higher). Corequisites: EMS 2501, EMS 2701, EMS 2720, and EMS 2750. SP

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.utahtech.edu/

Phone Number:

(435) 652-7500

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Semester

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