course descriptions
 

           
     

Course Details

EMS 220   Cardiology
   
Lecture: 02 Lab: 06
Clinical:  00 Credit: 04
   
Components:  None
Prerequisites: All courses required: EMS 120, EMS 121, EMS 130 and EMS 131
Corequisites:   None
   
This course provides an in-depth study of cardiovascular emergencies and is required for paramedic certification. Topics include anatomy and physiology, pathophysiology, rhythm interpretation, cardiac pharmacology, and patient treatment. Upon completion, students should be able to certify at the Advanced Cardiac Life Support Provider level utilizing American Heart Association guidelines.