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Course Criteria
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3.00 Credits
Examines the etiology, pathophysiology, and clinical features and treatment of respiratory emergencies. The course includes various techniques and equipment used by the paramedic. Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor, and acceptance into the Paramedic Program.
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3.00 Credits
Presents techniques used by the paramedic in providing emergency care to patients with cardiac disorders and dysrhythmias. Emphasis is placed on acute and chronic disease processes, including appropriate pharmacological intervention, electrocardiography, and telemetry. Also included are various simulations dealing with cardiac- related emergencies. Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor.
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3.00 Credits
Examines the actions, indications, precautions, dosage, and administration of medications and intravenous fluids. Emphasis is placed on drugs carried on Mobile Intensive Care Units, fluid and drug therapy, legal controls, dosage calculation, and metric conversions. Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor, and acceptance into the Paramedic Program.
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1.00 Credits
Medical terminology is introduced in this course by the use of prefixes, suffixes, root words, and abbreviations, in order to build a vocabulary that will allow for communication with other professionals and enhance one's overall job performance. Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor, and acceptance into the Paramedic Program. Lab fee.
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3.00 Credits
Includes history taking, physical examination, applying the principles of anatomy, physiology, and etymology to detecting, defining, and describing abnormal changes and processes in the body. Also, triage and scene assessment and control are emphasized. Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor, and acceptance into the Paramedic Program.
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3.00 Credits
Recognition, management, and pathophysiology involved in the care of various medical-surgical emergencies. Techniques of trauma management are examined. Pharmacology pertinent to the treatment of abnormal, metabolic, structural, and toxic conditions is included. Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor, and acceptance into the Paramedic Program.
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3.00 Credits
Rotations through clinical settings allow for further sharpening of paramedic skills and other patient care techniques. Areas of experience include, but are not limited to: (1) OR, (2) ICU and CCU, (3) Emergency Department, (4) Pediatrics, (5) Labor and Delivery. Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor, and acceptance into the Paramedic Program. Lab Fee.
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2.00 Credits
Presents basic anatomy and physiology beginning with cellular structure and function and progressing to systems applications. It provides the student with knowledge of normal and abnormal body anatomy and processes. Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor, and acceptance into the Paramedic Program. Lab Fee.
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3.00 Credits
In the field internship, students apply their knowledge, techniques, and abilities in actual field situations. All activities are supervised by physicians, registered nurses, and certified paramedics. Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor, and acceptance into the Paramedic Program. EMSP 2503 Emergency Medical Service- Paramedic Refresher Course (3-0-3) The Emergency Medical Service-Paramedic Refresher Course is designed to refresh the Emergency Medical Service-Paramedic in all areas of emergency medical technology including advanced life support. The course follows the EMT-Paramedic Refresher Training Program, National Standard Curriculum of the US Department of Transportation; and meets the requirements for refresher training established by the Arkansas Department of Health and National Registry of EMT-Paramedics for recertification. Prerequisite: current certification as an EMT-Paramedic and permission of the instructor. Lab Fee. Fall & Spring.
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3.00 Credits
Focuses on the knowledge and skills necessary to provide emergency cardiac care. immobilization of fractured bones, obstructed airways, control of life-threatening bleeding, and accidental poisonings. Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor. Available upon sufficient student demand. Lab Fee.
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