Paramedic I

Catalog description

This course is an introductory course in the paramedic education track. Topics covered include: roles and responsibilities of the paramedic, EMS systems, medical terminology, workforce safety and wellness, public health, medical/legal and ethical issues, communications and documentation, anatomy and physiology review, pathophysiology, life-span development, patient assessment, Critical thinking, principles of pharmacology, medication administration, Airway Management and Ventilation and Respiratory Emergencies. Instruction includes a combination of lecture, discussion, lab and classroom exercises. Students should be prepared to participate in class discussions without advance notice. Reading assignments are to be completed prior to each class session. Students must maintain certification as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) throughout the course.