EMS250 Medical Emergencies

This course provides an in-depth study of medical conditions frequently encountered in theprehospital setting and is required for paramedic certification. Topics include appropriate interventions/treatments for disorders/diseases/injuries affecting the following systems: respiratory, neurological,abdominal/gastrointestinal, endocrine, genitourinary, musculoskeletal, and immunological as well as toxicology, infectious diseases and diseases of the eyes, ears, nose and throat. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize, assess and manage the care of frequentlyencountered medical conditions based upon initial patient assessment.

Credits

4.00

Prerequisite

Take EMS-122(S23872) EMS-130(S23874);

Class Hours

3.00

Lab Hours

3.00