EMS 241: PARAMEDIC CARDIOLOGY

Credits 3 Lab Hours 1 Theory Hours 2
Contact Hours
4

This course introduces the cardiovascular system, cardiovascular electrophysiology, and electrocardiographic monitoring. This course further relates pathophysiology and assessment findings to the formulation of field impressions and implementation of treatment plans for specific cardiovascular conditions. Content areas include: cardiovascular anatomy and physiology, cardiovascular electrophysiology, electrocardiographic monitoring, rhythm analysis, and prehospital 12-lead electrocardiogram monitoring and interpretation, assessment of the cardiovascular patient, pathophysiology of cardiovascular disease and techniques of management including appropriate pharmacologic agents and electrical therapy.

Prerequisites

Admission to program. BIO 111 (EMS 189) or BIO 201

Corequisites

EMS 241, 242, 244, & 257.