Cardiology.

Catalog description

Course concepts which will be taught to the National EMS Education Standards for Paramedics. Upon course completion the students will be able to describe the anatomy and physiology of the cardiovascular system as well as discuss epidemiological and pathophysiological conditions that impact this system. Students will be able to apply various patient presentations, integrate assessment findings, formulate a field impression, and implement a comprehensive treatment plan for management of these conditions involving the cardiovascular system. They will be able to recognize signs and symptoms of common cardiovascular conditions and disorders, demonstrate relevant assessment techniques for cardiac function, perform diagnostic testing of cardiac status, and manage patients using techniques and skills for cardiovascular emergencies. Students will be able to discuss pathophysiology, risk factors, and common medications that may be seen in the cardiovascular emergency patient. They will be able to safely perform interventions and treatments for patients having a cardiovascular emergency. Students must sucessfully complete the American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support Course at the end of this program in order to go to Clinical 2. Spring. Prerequisites: BIO 152 , HCC 201 , HCC 202 , HCC 203 with a B- or higher; HCC 211 , HCC 213 (corequisites).