EMS 1552 — Prehospital Paramedic Respiratory Management
This course builds upon already established knowledge of complex knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology into the assessment to develop and implement a treatment plan with the goal of assuring a patient airway, adequate ventilation, and respiration for patients of all ages experiencing a variety of respiratory conditions with a focus on advanced-level interventions. The course includes a lab component which integrates airway topics into the use of airway and ventilation adjuncts, including endotracheal and other advanced airway procedures. One hour lecture, two hours laboratory.