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May 30, 2024
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PMD-1030 Cardiology and EKG Interpretation Credits 3 An in-depth study of the pathophysiology, assessment, and treatment of cardiac emergencies including basic and advanced EKG interpretation. Extensive use of laboratory and computer-assisted instruction will be emphasized. Prerequisite(s): PMD-1000 , PMD-1010 , PMD-1020 , and PMD-1050 . Corequisite(s): PMD-2010 , PMD-2030 , and PMD-1100 . 2 class/3 lab hours. (Offered fall only.)
Course Outcomes
- Identify the anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology of the cardiovascular system.
- Identify the methods and elements of assessment and management of a cardiac emergency, including the pathophysiological significance of the assessment findings, as prescribed in the current paramedic national education standards.
- Identify the elements and principles of EKG analysis and interpretation using current standard monitoring technology, as prescribed in the current paramedic national education standards.
- Identify the elements and principles of electrical therapies related to cardiac emergencies using current standard monitoring technology, as prescribed in the current paramedic national education standards.
- Select the use of pharmacological agents to manage a cardiac emergency, including its pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, medication administration routes, standard dosages, indications, contraindications, side effects, and responses, as prescribed in the current paramedic national education standards.
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