Description
This course builds on PMED 220 as a basis for more advanced arrhythmia interpretation. Management of cardiac arrest including, medications, cardioversion, transcutaneous pacing, and defibrillation will be a major emphasis. Pacemakers, 12-lead ECG interpretation, and other advanced procedures, and arrhythmias will be presented. Application of theory, judgement, and decision-making strategies are evaluated.
Prerequisite- Acceptance into Paramedic Associate in Applied Science following the course sequence and "C" or better in all program courses.
Co-Requisite: PMED 215, PMED 235, PMED 245, PMED 255.