PARA 1200 - Paramedic Fundamentals I

3 sem hrs cr

The student will receive information relating to general groups of drugs and classifications of each. Topics include therapeutic effects of drugs, indications, contraindications, dosage and side effects. Also, the student will learn methods of administering medications after calculations of appropriate dosages. This unit is designed to help the EMT-Paramedic implement a patient management plan based on principles and applications of pharmacology. Issues such as personal responsibility for safe and therapeutically effective drug administration within legal and ethical realms will be taught. This section is designed to teach the EMT-Paramedic student how to establish and maintain a patent airway,    oxygenate, and ventilate a patient. The student will also be taught the skills necessary to interpret 3 lead EKG’s as well as all how to perform all electrical therapies associated with the cardiac monitor. Psychomotor skill labs will be conducted to teach, practice, and perfect all skills set forth in the National EMS Standards Curriculum.  Participants must achieve a “C” or better to progress in each Paramedic course and to successfully complete the program of study. Please see Criteria: State of Tennessee, Division of EMS Rule (1200-12-1-.04 and 1200-12-1-.13) pursuant to T.C.A. Tile 68, Chapter 140.

8 hours of lab per week.
              
Pre-requisites: Acceptance into paramedic program and maintenance of EMT licensure.

Co-requisite: PARA 1100