PAR 220 — PAR-220. Paramedic Science II. 11 Credits
LECT 120 hrs LAB 120 hrs This course prepares the student for assessment, treatment, and care of the pediatric patient, and discusses disease-specific focused assessment and care for patients of all ages. Focus will be placed on emergency topics including: gynecology, obstetrics, neonatal care, pediatric respiratory emergencies, infectious diseases, immunology, renal system, abdominal/GI/GU, and hematology. Students will also receive instruction in response to large scale incidents, hazardous materials incidents, terrorism and disaster response. In the skills laboratory students will demonstrate and practice patient assessment, pediatric resuscitation, and emergency childbirth. High fidelity simulation will be used to provide students with practice integrating knowledge and skills acquired throughout the paramedic program. Skills practice and demonstration of proficiency will follow the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration paramedic curriculum and New Jersey regulations for paramedic training (N.J.A.C. 8:41-A). Prerequisites: PAR-120 Additional Fees: Course fee applies.
Prerequisites: PAR 120