2020-2021 Course Catalog

EMS 201 Pathophysiology for the Paramedic

provides a foundational basis for viewing the body as a system, understanding its functions, anticipated reaction to injury, illness, and intervention. Also includes the study of general lifespan development of the body and how pathophysiologic changes affect it. This course is applicable toward all basic certificates, AAS, ALS; areas of concentration include emergency medical services (credit hours 4.0, lecture hours 3.0, lab hours 1.5).

Credits

4.0

Prerequisite

EMS 200 or concurrent enrollment

Division and Department

Health Professions / Emergency Med Services