EMS 165B - Pathophysiology for Paramedics

Credits: 3

Description
A correlative approach to pathophysiology employing both physical assessment skills and a basic cellular understanding to the various disease entities and trauma processes.

Student Learning Outcomes

Describe the control of normal function and altered function as it relates to the pathophysiology of disease
Identify the concepts of altered health across the life cycle
Discuss and apply the physiologic mechanisms of drug therapy and other treatment modalities
Calculate arterial blood gas values and determine a patient’s acid/base balance
Project a positive and professional demeanor while in the classroom setting

Prerequisite: HIT 117 with a grade of C or higher and EMS Program Director approval