EMS-202 Paramedic II

Credits: 5
Contact Hours: Lec 2 Lab 6
Tier Rate: Tier III
This course is designed to train students to understand the pathophysiology, assessment and management of various types of patients. Life Span development, Gynecology, Obstetrics, Neonates, and Pediatrics are the topics covered for this course. Emphasis will be placed on assessment management of present illness and focused patient complaints. Students will also be introduced to the practical application of pathophysiology, assessment and management of cardiac patients to include pharmacological and electrical interventions. The American Heart Association (AHA) Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) will be administered during this course. ACLS is designed to offer health care professionals a high-density course of advanced cardiac knowledge and treatment. Critical thinking skills will be examined through case based scenarios as well as a written test. In addition to the regular coursework, students must successfully complete ACLS practical (Pass/Fail) and written exam (84%). The American Heart Association (AHA) Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) course will also be presented during this course. PALS is designed to provide health care professionals a greater knowledge of emergency care for the pediatric patient. The PALS course stresses critical thinking skills and the student will be examined through case based scenarios as well as a written test. In addition to the regular coursework, students must successfully complete the PALS course to pass this class. Prerequisite(s): Grade if “C” or better in EMS 201. Corequisite(s): EMS 212