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Course Criteria
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1.00 Credits
This course discusses the respiratory anatomy and physiology, normal respiratory function and mechanics of respiration, and introduction to the use of cardiac monitoring. It also emphasizes the respiratory system assessment, pathophysiology of respiratory distress, and evaluation and management of respiratory distress due to medical and trauma related problems. Care of patients with cardiac disorders includes etiology, pathophysiology, clinical features, cardiac disease processes, and ACLS. This course prepares the EMT-P to assess and manage those cardiac emergencies that result from coronary atherosclerosis, along with a number of conditions involving pathology of the peripheral circulation. Emphasis is placed on the interpretation of cardiac dysrhythmias taught earlier. Treatment of the patient's clinical signs and symptoms is stressed.
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2.00 Credits
This course covers recognition, management, and pathophysiology of patients with medical emergencies. This course covers all medical emergencies excluding cardiac and respiratory. Topics are neurology, endocrinology, allergies and anaphylaxis, gastroenterology, urology and nephrology, toxicology and substance abuse, hematology, environmental emergencies, infectious disease, gynecological problems, obstetrical emergencies, and psychiatric emergencies. Problem solving, treatment, and recognition of each medical condition are emphasized.
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5.00 Credits
This course covers the management and treatment of traumatic injuries involving soft tissues, central nervous system, and musculoskeletal structures. It includes materials based upon, and is compatible with, the material contained in the Advanced Trauma Life Support of the American College of Surgeons and their pre-hospital protocol document, and the Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support Program by the National Association of EMT's. Shock or lack of cellular oxygen, its significance, and its management are covered in depth. The class covers body fluids, osmosis, and pathophysiology of shock, evaluation, and resuscitation. The current pre-hospital treatment of shock and traumarelated injuries is covered.
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2.00 Credits
This course explores challenging EMS situations that provide the paramedic with the greatest difficulty in the field. These range from neonatology, pediatrics, geriatrics, emergencies, abuse and assault, the challenged patient, acute interventions for the chronic-care patient, and assessment-based management. Ambulance operations, medical incident command, rescue awareness and operations, hazardous materials, and incidents along with crime scene awareness are discussed. This course goes beyond the DOT curriculum, and a discussion of rural EMS concludes this course.
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2.00 Credits
This course consists of supervised rotations through selected clinical areas. It emphasizes developing and improving skills to reinforce classroom instruction. Clinical areas that need emphasizing include Emergency Department and OR/Recovery. Specific skills practiced during this time include I. V. therapy, intubations, and EKG recognition.
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4.00 Credits
This is a supervised rotation in clinical settings. It emphasizes the application of previous course work in the clinical environment. Clinical areas emphasized include the Emergency Department, OR/Recovery, Critical Care, Labor and Delivery, and others that provide the patient contacts needed to meet the ALS curricula. The student will be able to use skills learned in the previous semester. Specific skills to be practiced during this time include patient assessment, endotracheal intubations, medication administration, and EKG recognition.
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5.00 Credits
This course uses situational simulations to help students apply their knowledge and skills in a mock situation. This type of system helps students prepare for their field internship. The indication and administration of cardiac drug therapy along with defibrillation and synchronized cardioversion is covered and practiced in this course. Prerequisite: EMS 1542 Paramedic Clinical Practicum I.
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6.00 Credits
This is a supervised rotation that introduces the EMS system and the service with which the student will be doing field internship. During this phase the student functions as a team member and be evaluated as such.
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6.00 Credits
This is a supervised experience in pre-hospital care settings. It emphasizes the application of previous course work in the field environment. During this time the student applies the knowledge and skills learned during the year. This is a true field internship experience for the student, who must demonstrate the ability to serve as the team leader. The evaluation is based on the student's ability to act as the team leader of an ALS unit providing the appropriate care in the pre-hospital setting.
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3.00 Credits
This course consists of laboratory exercises that sharpen the skill level of paramedic students in patient assessment, venous access, airway management, and cardiac emergencies. This skill lab provides students the opportunity to practice those skills that will be expected when they enter the practicum.
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