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EMSP 1801 - Fundamentals of Paramedic I

8 credit(s)

Fundamentals of Paramedic I is the first of two lecture courses to include the following topics: paramedic roles, responsibilities, workforce safety, wellness, public health, communications, documentation, EMS operations, medical/legal considerations, anatomy and physiology, life span development, general pathophysiology, general pharmacology, patient assessment, critical thinking, airway management, respiratory emergencies and introduction to cardiology. Prerequisite(s): Completion of all Learning Support competencies in Reading, Writing, and Math or permission of instructor. Corequisite(s): EMSP 1401, EMSP 1311. F, S, Su. (NIT)


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