EMS 2603 — PARAMEDIC I
Corequisites: EMS 2603L , EMS 2666L , EMS 2522 EMS 2603 is the first course in the sequence necessary for completion of the Paramedic Certificate curriculum. The course is designed to reinforce concepts and clinical skills learned at the EMT level and to integrate this knowledge with beginning advanced life support concepts and skills. Emphasis is placed on EMS Systems, illness and injury prevention, medical-legal issues, patient assessment, airway management and ventilation, pathophysiology, shock, abuse and assault, challenged patients, operational issues, and decision making regarding appropriate interventions for identified problems. This course includes Modules 1, 2 and 3 of the DOT National Standard Curriculum for Paramedic Program.
Prerequisites: EMS 1010, BSC 2085C, BSC 2086C