2020-2021 College Catalog 
    
    Mar 28, 2024  
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EMS 250 - Medical Emergencies


Credits: 4
Class: 3 Lab: 3

Prerequisite(s): State, EMS 122 and EMS 130 
Corequisite(s): None.

This course provides an in-depth study of medical conditions frequently encountered in the prehospital 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 frequently encountered medical conditions based upon initial patient assessment.



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