EMS 160 Cardiology I

Lecture: 2 Lab: 3 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3

This course introduces the study of cardiovascular emergencies and is required for paramedic certification. Topics include anatomy and physiology, pathophysiology, electrophysiology, and rhythm interpretation. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize and interpret rhythms.

Pre-requisite(s): EMS 110 .
Course is typically offered in Summer.
Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs)
At the completion of the course, the students should be able to do the following:

Demonstrate Paramedic-level knowledge of human cardiac anatomy for all patient ages and types
Apply Paramedic-level knowledge of assessment and treatment for patients experiencing cardiac related emergencies during simulated patient care.
Demonstrate Paramedic-level knowledge of cardiac monitor devices.
Apply complex knowledge of Paramedic-level emergency cardiac medications during simulated patient care.
Demonstrate ability to correctly recognize and treat emergency cardiac rhythms utilizing an electrocardiogram (ECG) during simulated patient care.