- Special Patient Populations (3 Units)

Catalog description

Teaches paramedic students to integrate assessment findings with principles of anatomy, physiology, epidemiology, and pathophysiology to formulate a field impression and implement a comprehensive treatment plan for patients with special needs. Gynecological emergencies, along with special considerations in trauma are also included within this course. (Prerequisites: Concurrent enrollment in 531-918 Advanced Resuscitation; 531-919 Paramedic Medical Emergencies; 531-920 Paramedic Trauma; 531-922 EMS Operations; 531-923 Paramedic Capstone; 531-924 Paramedic Clinical Field 2)