EMS 235 - Paramedicine Obstetrics, Pediatric and Organ Systems (9 credit hours)

Offered in Fall Terms (6-4-5)
A continuation of EMS 225 designed to prepare the student to pass the National Registry Examination for Paramedics. This course will cover all aspects of pre-hospital care to include pediatric patients, assessment-based management, EMS operations, review of BLS and ACLS skills and preparation for the National Registry Certification Examination. Provides structured clinical experiences in a pre-hospital setting. Material covered in class includes gynecology, obstetrics, neonatology, pediatrics, infectious diseases, assault and abuse, special challenges, chronic care patients, assessment-based management, medical incident command, HAZMAT, rescue awareness and operations and crime scene. Students will typically complete an advanced pediatric-specific course (PALS) during this semester.
PREREQUISITE(S): EMS 225 with a “C-” or above.
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