EMS110 — Introduction to Emergency Medical Services
This course provides an introduction to the roles, responsibilities, and scope of practice of the Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) within the EMS, and emphasizes protecting the well-being of the EMR. Instruction is provided in medical/legal/ethical and cultural issues, communication techniques, anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology of the human body, procedures for maintaining open airways and oxygenation, and resuscitation. Treatment of basic emergencies are covered in the course (e.g. CPR, bleeding, and shock).