Paramedic Respiratory Management
Credits: 2
Course Number: 10-531-915
Course Description
10-531-915 PARAMEDIC RESPIRATORY MANAGEMENT...this course teaches the paramedic student to integrate complex knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology into the assessment to develop and implement a treatment plan with the goal of assuring a patient airway, adequate mechanical ventilation, and respiration for patients of all ages. Specific knowledge pertaining to the respiratory system is also provided to ensure the student is prepared to formulate a field impression and implement a comprehensive treatment plan for a patient with a respiratory complaint. (Corequisites: all 10-531-XXX courses in the current semester)
Course Typically Offered
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How can I use this course to achieve my career goals?
This course is associated with the following programs:
What will I learn?
- Describe the process of airway management.
- Summarize the process of respiration.
- Demonstrate artificial ventilation.
- Summarize pulmonary diseases and conditions.
- Manage the airway of a patient.