EMS 2990C - Paramedic Cardiac Emergencies-AS

64 class hours (or equivalent) 5 Credit(s)
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Paramedic Certificate Program in good standing
This course is a combined lecture/clinical course format designed to be the sequel to Paramedic IV and will be taken with Paramedic V. This course will examine how the body’s systems work together to maintain homeostasis focusing most on emergency situations. The following topics will be covered: circulation within the body, circulation within the heart and lungs, disruptions in circulation, fluids and electrolytes.