EMS 241 — Paramedic Cardiology
This course introduces the cardiovascular system, cardio- vascular electrophysiology, and electrocardiographic mon- itoring. This course further relates pathophysiology and assessment findings to the formulation of field impressions and implementation of treatment plans for specific cardio- vascular conditions. Content areas include: cardiovascular anatomy and physiology, cardiovascular electrophysiology, electrocardiographic monitoring, rhythm analysis, and pre- hospital 12-lead electrocardiogram monitoring and inter- pretation, assessment of the cardiovascular patient, patho- physiology of cardiovascular disease and techniques of management including appropriate pharmacologic agents and electrical therapy.
Prerequisites: EMS 189, BIO 201