EMS 140 Rescue Scene Management

Lecture: 1 Lab: 3 Clinic: 0 Credits: 2

This course introduces rescue scene management. Topics include response to hazardous material conditions, incident command, and extrication of patients from a variety of situations. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize and manage rescue operations based upon initial and follow-up scene assessment. Pre-requisite(s): Permission from Program Director and enrollment in the EMS program.