EMS 272 - Paramedic Care and Practice II

Current Oregon EMT, AEMT, or EMT-Intermediate license and completion of EMS 271  and EMS 281 . 

Corequisite(s):  

EMS 282  

Course Description: Second course in the paramedic series. Covers the anatomy and electrophysiology of the heart, ECG and 12-Lead interpretation, and the pathophysiology and pre-hospital management of cardiac disease, including the Advanced Cardiac Life Support Provider (ACLS) course. It also covers neurologic, psychiatric, and special needs patients. Lab and simulated emergency scene experiences will develop students’ abilities to recognize and treat symptoms of illness and injury.  Includes hands-on assessment and utilizes both Basic and Advanced Life Support equipment to apply the concepts learned. It also develops skills and abilities in managing emergency medical scenes, coordinating resources, and delegating tasks as appropriate.   

Course Learning Outcomes:

• CLO#1: Work effectively with others to complete complex tasks, both in the classroom and in lab scenarios.
• CLO#2: Recall and describe cardiac care, anatomy, and ECG Interpretation.
• CLO#3: Apply concepts learned in the classroom to the assessment and management of simulated patients in the lab setting. (ILO: Critical Thinking)
• CLO#4: Demonstrate appropriate application of the topics presented, within the Paramedic Scope of Practice.