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3.00 Credits
This course introduces the EMS professional to basic pharmacology including pharmacokinetics and pharmaocdynamics, with an emphasis on the prehospital setting. The course presents a variety of medications according to their therapeutic application. Pertinent physiology and related diseases are also presented along with appropriate medications. Pharmacology is approached by body system (nervous system, respiratory system, cardiac system, etc.) so that the therapeutic action of drugs may be clearly understood. Class hrs. 3. Corequisites: EMS 121, 122 Paramedic I & II.
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3.00 Credits
This class helps students understand the importance of EMS research in today's EMS Systems. Students learn the research process, as well as how to design a study, ethical considerations, and how to implement a research project and collect data. This course is designed for the EMS professional, whether a field provider, educator, or administrator. Research has always been essential in scientific documentation. Students learn a true appreciation of the importance of the EMS research process-from design through implementation. Class hrs. 3. Prerequisite: EMS Certification (EMT-Basic or EMT Paramedic)
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4.00 Credits
This course examines various components of an EMS system by comparing existing systems nationwide. Each system is examined for its strengths and weaknesses in comparison with local systems. Students are encouraged to identify problems in their local systems and formulate solutions to current and anticipated shortcomings. Upon completion, students have a thorough understanding of an effective EMS system and their role in it. Class hrs. 4. Offered fall semester.
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3.00 Credits
This course introduces the EMS professional to issues in prehospital care administration. Students explore issues in culture and human resources, EMS operations, financial issues as well as the changing clinical environment and EMS system design. EMS students gain insights into the field of EMS through discussion, readings and case studies. Class hrs. 3. Prerequisite: EMS 101 Emergency Medical Services I or permission from department chair.
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3.00 Credits
This course introduces the EMS professional to the legal aspects of Emergency Medical Services. Students explore issues in malpractice, consent and refusal of treatment, OSHA, employment issues, and risk management. EMS students gain insights into the legal liabilities in Emergency Medical Services through discussion, readings, and case studies. Class hrs. 3. Prerequisite: EMS 101 Emergency Medical Services I or permission from department chair.
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9.00 Credits
This course examines the assessment and treatment of several medical emergencies facing the pre-hospital paramedic. In a systematic manner, a comprehensive survey of Respiratory, Cardiac, Endocrine, and Neurological emergencies is presented. In addition, the student learns to assess and treat the Acute Abdomen, Anaphylaxis, Toxicological emergencies, as well as Infectious Diseases. Environmental Emergencies, Geriatrics, and Pediatrics are also discussed. A clinical component to this course permits the paramedic student to interact with patients in the field setting. This course follows the suggested guidelines of Division 4 of the U.S. Department of Transportation National Standard Curriculum for Paramedic. Class hrs. 9; Lab hrs. 2; Clinical hrs. 10. Corequisite: EMS 222 Paramedic IV. Prerequisite: EMS 121, 122 Paramedic I & II. Offered spring semester.
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3.00 Credits
This course examines obstetrical emergencies facing the pre-hospital emergency medical caregiver. Emergency childbirth and neo-natal resuscitation are covered in depth. In addition, Behavioral emergencies are also presented to the student. The clinical component to this course allows the student to interact with patients in the field. This course follows the guidelines of Division 5 and Division 6 of the U.S. Department of Transportation National Standard Curriculum for Paramedic. Class hrs. 3; Lab hrs. 2; Clinical hrs. 15. Prerequisite: EMS 121, 122 Paramedic I & II. Corequisite: EMS 221 Paramedic III. Offered spring semester.
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0.00 Credits
Students are assigned to Basic Writing I based on the results of their writing placement entrance exam. This course is designed to address the needs of students who require intensive review of grammar and syntax. By completing exercises and assignments that teach sentence skills, paragraph structure, paragraph linkage, and test-taking skills, students improve their writing proficiency and gain skills necessary for success in ENG 101 Composition & Literature I. Students are encouraged to gain additional support in the Writing Center and the Academic Support Center. A writing competency exam is administered during the semester. Class hrs. 3. Prerequisite: A score of 4 or below on Placement Essay Exam.
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0.00 Credits
Students are assigned to Basic Writing as a result of the incoming student placement test results. The course is designed to for students who have entered college but who need to strengthen their writing skills in order to enroll and succeed in the first year English courses (Composition & Literature I & II) without a distinct handicap. Students are expected to do additional work in the Writing Center. Upon successful completion of a writing exam, students may enter Composition & Literature I. Class hrs. 3. Prerequisite: A score of 6 on Placement Essay Exam or Basic Writing 1 Exit Exam.
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3.00 Credits
Expository and argumentative writing is the focus of this course. Students read and discuss prose essays which present significant issues and respond to them in scholarly form and language. Research and its proper documentation are included in this process. Class hrs. 3. Prerequisite: Placement essay score of 9 or better.
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