EMT 119 - Paramedic 2

13 credit hours - 120 hours of lecture, 90 hours of college lab, 90 hours of hospital clinical and field experience; one term.
Apply pathophysiological processes and treatment modalities in the pre-hospital management of injuries and illnesses. Explore treatments specific to special populations including pediatric, geriatric and varying cultures and religious beliefs. Integrate pharmacological interventions and management for emergencies in medical and trauma conditions. College lab and clinical settings provide skill performance and mastery opportunities. Practice selected procedures on each other during college lab. Lab fee $350; Clinical fee $100.

Prerequisite(s): EMT 118 with a grade of C or better.

Note: Mandatory attendance is required for all college lab, clinical and field rotations. Missed labs or rotations are made up at the student’s expense or will result in failure in the course.

Course Outcomes:

Apply patient assessment findings to formulate a patient care plan.
Communicate with patients in varied settings with attention to personal safety, patient safety and condition.
Communicate with patients of all ages, religions, races and special considerations (neonates, obstetrics, special needs and geriatric).
Integrate anatomy and physiology, epidemiology, pathophysiology, psychosocial impact, patient presentations, prognosis and management of medical emergencies.
Integrate anatomy and physiology, epidemiology, pathophysiology, psychosocial impact, patient presentations, prognosis and management of traumatic emergencies.