EMSP 1801 - Fundamentals of Paramedic I

Institution:

Dyersburg State Community College

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Description:

(Prerequisites: ENGL 0810, READ 0810, Math Competencies 1-5; Co-Requisites: EMSP 1401, EMSP 1311)This course is the first of two lecture courses to include the following topics: paramedic roles, responsibilities, workforce safety, wellness, public health, communications, documentation, EMS operations, medical/legal considerations, anatomy and physiology, life span development, general pathophysiology, general pharmacology, patient assessment, critical thinking, airway management, respiratory emergencies and introduction to cardiology. 8 hours lecture

Credits:

8.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.dscc.edu

Phone Number:

(731) 286-3200

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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