EMS 260 Trauma Emergencies
This course provides in-depth study of trauma including pharmacological interventions for conditions frequently encountered in the prehospital setting and is required for paramedic certification. Topics include an overview of thoracic abdominal genitourinary orthopedic neurological and multi-system trauma soft tissue trauma of the head neck and face as well as environmental emergencies. Upon completion students should be able to recognize and manage trauma situations based upon patient assessment and should adhere to standards of care.
Prerequisite
EMS 122, EMS 130 and EMS 131