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EMS 1100 First Responder
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3 cr |
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Includes patient assessment, CPR, airway management including oxygen, adjunct airways and other resuscitation equipment, medical emergencies including seizures, strokes, heart attacks, poisonings and cover trauma management as well as bandaging, splinting and spinal immobilization. Designed for those who are first on the scene of an accident or medical emergency; intended for police officers, firefighters, and other public safety personnel. Students will be certified upon completion through the Minnesota Emergency Medical Services Regulatory Board.
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EMS 1101 Emergency Medical Technician
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6 cr |
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Provides a basic training program in emergency medical care. It is designed to teach responsibility in emergency care of the critically sick or injured and to develop skills in the use of and care of all basic emergency equipment. The course includes topics such as patient assessment, trauma skills, care and recognition of heart disease, respiratory problems and other medical emergencies. This course consists of lecture, skills practice and clinical experience at a local hospital. This course is approved by the Minnesota Emergency Medical Services Regulatory Board. Participants who successfully complete the course will be eligible to take the National Registry of EMT's practical and written examinations for Registry Certification. Prereq: Current CPR Certification.
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EMS 1105 Ambulance Operations
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2 cr |
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Designed as an experiential practicum course to provide advance instruction and experience with skills needed to work in the EMS field. Students lead a team of pre-hospital caregivers in realistic scenario simulations: Life-like role-plays in which students must work through all phases of an ambulance call. These simulations are multi-complex care situations that require the development of critical thinking and decision-making skills. Prereq: Current CPR Certification, EMS 1101 or equivalent, Physical Exam current with last year. Valid Driver's License. Pre or Co-requisite: PHED 1157.
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EMS 1106 BLS Field Experience
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2 cr |
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Consists of supervised work experience in the emergency prehospital environment. Students respond and provide care during actual emergency situations with a 911 emergency ambulance system. Prereq: Written permission of Instructor, EMS 1105, PHED 1157. Must be a registered EMT-Basic.
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EMS 1111 Introduction to Emergency Medical Services
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1 cr |
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Presents a general introductory course for students planning advanced studies in Emergency Medical Services. Students will learn the history, development and current model for the delivery of out-of-hospital medical services in the United States.
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EMS 1112 Paramedic Core Preparation
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1 cr |
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Prepares the student with basic skills necessary to be successful in the paramedic core courses. These skills include basic computer skills necessary to facilitate online course record keeping, online research, and the development of presentations for other health care personnel. The course will also prepare the student in basic medical calculations and the medical terminology to be able to effectively and accurately communicate with other allied health personnel, nurses and physicians. The course will introduce the student to problem-based learning methodology, utilizing all the aforementioned basic skills. Prereq: Current EMT -Basic certification or instructor permission.
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EMS 1123 Emergency Response to Crisis
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1 cr |
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Provides a comprehensive course on crisis theory and the management of various behavioral, social, cultural, psychiatric, and interpersonal problems. Emphasis is placed on the mental health of emergency workers in both personal and professional settings. Prereq: Current EMT-Basic certification or permission of instructor.
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EMS 1140 Basic Emergency Medical Services Topics
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cr |
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Makes available specific topics of current interest in the Emergency Medical Services field presented through a variety of instructional methodology and media. Prereq: written permission of Instructor or EMT Basic Certification.
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EMS 1185 Special Topics
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2 cr |
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Topics will be determined in advance by the instructor and published in the class schedule.
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EMS 1189 Emergency Medical Services Internship
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2 cr |
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Designed to give students work experience in the field of Emergency Medical Services (EMS). This course is an experiential exploration of the EMS career and of an organization doing such work. The student will have the opportunity to apply what is learned in the classroom to the working world. Students meet with the instructor to individually design objectives, outcomes and/or research topics. Students are matched with an internship work supervisor or mentor within an EMS organization. Although students may occasionally have limited contact with real patients, the emphasis for this course is non-clinical in nature. Prereq: Written Permission of EMS instructor or program director.
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EMS 2228 Hospital Clinical I
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1 cr |
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Provides a hospital clinic experience with emphasis on performance of advanced life support psychomotor skills, comprehensive patient assessment and development of interpersonal skills in an actual patient care setting. Prereq: Acceptance into the Paramedic Core Curriculum.
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EMS 2229 Field Clinical I
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1 cr |
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Offers a competency based field internship with emphasis on patient assessment skills and treatment integration with an assigned mentor, in actual field operations. Prereq: EMS 1112 (or co-requisite).
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EMS 2230 Field Skills Lab I
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2 cr |
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Affords the student the opportunity to practice skills learned during the program in a mock scenario. Much of the class takes place in ambulances, simulating all aspects of an ambulance run from dispatch to final disposition at a mock hospital. Students have the opportunity to manage the call, staff, and utilize skills in a controlled environment to better prepare themselves for an actual call with real patients. Prereq: Acceptance into Paramedic Core Curriculum.
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EMS 2231 Introduction to Pre-hospital Pharmacology
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2 cr |
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Introduces pharmacologic interventions commonly used in the prehospital environment. It covers pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics of medications, administration routes and techniques, and dosage calculations. Other topics include blood and its components, acid-base balance and fluid balance. Major categories of medications such as antiarrhythmics, analgesics, catecholamines, neuroleptics, endocrinologics, nitrates and electrolytes will be introduced along with specific medications in each group. Prereq: Acceptance into Paramedic Core Curriculum or permission of instructor.
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EMS 2233 Shock and Trauma
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2 cr |
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Focuses on the pathophysiology of shock and the kinematics of trauma. An epidemiological approach will be used to show the effects of traumatic injuries on the human body and its systems. Heat and cold emergencies will also be reviewed. This course will utilize case study review to emphasize total patient care in a traumatic situation. Prereq: Acceptance into the Paramedic Core Curriculum.
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EMS 2234 Shock/Trauma Practicum
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1 cr |
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Focuses on skills and management of patients in shock resulting from traumatic injuries, and extreme temperatures. Prereq: EMS 2233.
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EMS 2235 Medical Emergencies Pharmacological Interventions I
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3 cr |
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Reviews in detail patient assessment and management of medical emergencies likely to be encountered in the pre-hospital environment. Emphasis is placed upon initial management of life-threatening emergencies, information gathering, review of body systems while prioritizing field care. Medical emergencies studied will include respiratory and cardiovascular problems. Basic and advanced concepts of EKG monitoring techniques and interpretation are also included. Prereq: Acceptance into the Paramedic Core Curriculum.
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EMS 2236 Medical Emergencies And Pharmacologic Intervention I (Practicum)
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2 cr |
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Focuses on skill development in the recognition, assessment and management of respiratory and cardiac emergencies. Includes how to use EKG monitors, transcutaneous pacing, defibrillators, and pulse oximetry. Also includes practice in patient assessment including scene management, interview techniques, examining body systems and developing a working diagnosis of patient condition. Co-Requisite: EMS 2235.
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EMS 2240 Field Skills Lab II
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2 cr |
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Affords the student the opportunity to practice skills learned during the program in a mock scenario. Much of the class takes place in ambulances, simulating all aspects of an ambulance run from dispatch to final disposition at a mock hospital. Students have the opportunity to manage the call, staff, and utilize skills in a controlled environment to better prepare themselves for an actual call with real patients. Prereq: EMS 2230.
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EMS 2244 Pediatrics And Obstetrics And Gynecological Assessment Interventions
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2 cr |
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Provides a comprehensive pediatric course involving obstetrical emergencies, childbirth, pediatric assessment, evaluation and stabilization. Pediatric medical emergencies and trauma are also discussed. It consists of discussion and hands-on practice of simulated childbirth, neonatal resuscitation, pediatric advanced life support and medical emergency evaluation of the pediatric patient. This course incorporates material outlined in the PALS and PEPP courses, and certification is available to those successfully completing the requirements. Prereq: EMS 2235.
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EMS 2245 Medical Emergencies and Pharmacological Interventions II
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2 cr |
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Explores medical emergencies and their effect on patients in the prehospital environment. This course is a continuation of Medical Emergencies and Pharmacological Interventions I (EMS 2235) and covers topics such as the immune system, infectious diseases, neurological disorders, endocrine emergencies, anaphylaxis, environmental emergencies, seizure activity and the acute abdomen. This course also addresses special topics such as geriatric assessment and treatment, alcohol and drug abuse and psychiatric emergencies. Prereq: EMS 2235.
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EMS 2248 Hospital Clinical II
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1 cr |
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Provides a hospital clinical experience with emphasis on performance of advanced life support psychomotor skills, comprehensive patient assessment and development of interpersonal skills in an actual patient care setting. Prereq: EMS 2228.
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EMS 2249 Field Clinical II
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2 cr |
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Offers a competency based field internship with emphasis on patient assessment skills and treatment integration with an assigned mentor, in actual field operations. Prereq: EMS 2229.
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EMS 2250 Synthesis and Application of Advanced Life Support
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1 cr |
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Provides a summary review and evaluation of all core content in EMS courses. This course helps students apply theoretical and practical knowledge gained throughout the EMS program toward its completion and successful paramedic state and national certification. Prereq: Acceptance into Paramedic Core Curriculum or Accelerated EMS degree program.
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EMS 2252 Special Rescue Operations
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2 cr |
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Provides classroom and practical training in rescue operations and techniques including extrication, water rescue, high-level and sub-level rescue, search and recovery, multiple casualty situations, incident command, and hazardous material awareness. Also includes emergency driving skills practice. Prereq: Current EMT-Basic certification. Pre-or co-requisite EMS 1105 or instructor permission `
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