EMS 230 - Paramedic Lab I

Offered FL
Lab/Studio- 9
4.5 credit hrs/9 contact hrs
Prerequisite: Current Emergency Medical Technician certification & EMS Orientation-Paramedic
Corequisite: EMS 210 - Paramedic Pharmacology I, EMS 220 - Paramedic Cardiology I, EMS 240 - Paramedic Clinical I

This course provides paramedic skills required for advanced life support and provides the opportunity to apply theory to field practice in a discussion and skills lab setting. Skills will be demonstrated, practiced during supervised labs, and tested for competency. Students are also evaluated in the management of simulated emergencies.

Student Learning Outcomes:

Perform assessment techniques of the shock victim.
Perform general management of patients in shock.
Perform the techniques for rapid packaging and transport.
Perform the techniques of a respiratory assessment.
Demonstrate airway management techniques.
Perform intravenous therapy techniques.
Calculate drip rates using multiple techniques with 100% accuracy.
Discuss treatment options for diabetes.
Discuss disorders of the Endocrine System.
Perform an assessment of the geriatric patient.