EMS-220 Cardiology II

This course provides an in-depth study of cardiovascular emergencies and is required for paramedic certification. Topics include assessment and treatment of cardiac emergencies, application and interpretation of advanced electrocardiography utilizing the twelve-lead ECG, cardiac pharmacology, and patient care. Upon completion, students should be able to assess and treat patients utilizing American Heart Association guidelines. Semester Offered: Summer

Class Hours: 2.00 Lab Hours: 3.00

Credit Hours: 3.00
Requisites:
Take All: EMS 122, EMS 130, and EMS 160 (Required, Previous). | Take EMS 221 ; (Required, Previous or concurrent).
This course is part of this/these program(s) of study:

Emergency Medical Science: Associate in Applied Science Degree Program
Emergency Medical Science (Bridging Option): Associate in Applied Science Degree Program