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Apr 25, 2024
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EMS 220 - Paramedic II
5 Credit(s) Hours: 16 hrs.
This course covers the New York State Department of Health Bureau of Emergency Medical Services curriculum for preparation as a paramedic. It reviews material including, but not limited to: assessment and management of the medical and trauma patient, selecting and implementing an appropriate treatment plan for a wide range of complaints including respiratory, cardiovascular, neurological, environmental and obstetrical emergencies, introduction to pre-hospital pharmacology, and introduction to electrocardiogram monitoring. Lab work involves: patient assessment and management, bleeding control, advanced fracture management, intravenous (IV) access techniques, endotracheal intubation, calculating dosages, preparing medications for administration and practice in all administration techniques. Skills are subsequently demonstrated and evaluated in the laboratory, hospital and/or field setting. Students must satisfactorily perform all practical skills in order to successfully complete the course.
Offered only during winter or summer module.
Prerequisite(s): EMS 210 and EMS 211
Corequisite(s): EMS 221
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