EMSP 1140 Special Patient Populations

This course provides a fundamental knowledge of growth, development, and aging and assessment findings to provide basic emergency care and transportation for a patient with special needs. Topics include: Obstetrics, Gynecology, Neonatal Care, Pediatrics, Geriatrics, Patients with Special Challenges, and Special Patient Populations - Assessments.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

EMSP 1120 - EMT Assessment/Airway Mgt. and Pharmacology with a grade of “C” or better

Corequisite

EMSP 1130 - Medical Emergencies for the EMT

Lab Contact Hours

30

Lecture Contact Hours

30

Total Contact Hours

60