Catalog Info
Title when registering
Paramedic IV
Credit Hours
4.00
Contact Hours Per Week
4 (for 15-week classes)
Course Description
Introduces pathophysiology of cardiovascular disease and discusses how to recognize and treat the associated dysrhythmias. Covers the following topics in a broad manner: anatomy and physiology (review), general pathophysiology, geriatric considerations, assessment and management of emergencies in the areas of hematology, gastroenterology, toxicology, substance abuse, urology and nephrology, behavioral and psychiatric disorders, and environmental emergencies.
Pre-requisites
EMS-200, EMS-210, EMS-206, and EMS-291
Co-requisites
EMS-220, EMS-216, and EMS-292
Requirements are subject to change.
The information represented here is effective starting Fall 2020 and applies to the current catalog year.
If you were admitted prior to this year, please check your requirements under the
My Progress section of HFC Self Service.