EMST 211 - Paramedic Medical and Trauma Emergencies I

5 Credit(s).

Provides the student an overview of the assessment, treatment and management of a variety of common medical and trauma emergencies including respiratory, cardiovascular, neurological, endocrine, pediatric, geriatric, and environmental emergencies. The mechanisms and prehospital management of a variety of traumatic emergencies involving the head, neck and spine, thorax and abdominal cavities, and burns and shock are discussed. Students are introduced to basic 3-lead electrocardiography acquisition and interpretation. Course offered once a year (spring).

Prerequisite(s): EMST 240
Common Course Outline: EMST 211 CCO