EMSE 1166 - Pre-Hospital Special Populations

Institution:

Century College - Minnesota

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Description:

This course will provide the paramedic student with the concepts, theory, and skills to assess and manage the special patient populations. Emphasis will be placed upon pediatric, gynecologic, obstetric, neonate, and geriatric patients during simulated scenarios. A practicum, with clinical experiences in obstetrics, pediatrics, and a specialty-care hospital, will provide the student with an opportunity to observe and provide paramedic-level interventions. Obtaining PALS and PEPP provider certification is a component of this course. Students must be able to perform physical tasks to complete course requirements. This course requires Minnesota Human Services and National background studies with no restrictions; current AHA BLS Provider certification; current state EMT certification; required immunizations; current healthcare insurance. Prerequisite(s): Completion of EMSE 1161 with a grade of C or higher Recommendation(s): Basic word processing skills.

Credits:

5.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture/Lab

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Institution Website:

www.century.edu

Phone Number:

(651) 770-3200

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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