Prerequisite:BIO 1410 + (EMS 1190 or EMS 1890) + (ENG 1101 or ENG 1102 or ENG 1119) + AAS Mathematics Requirement + PSY 1105 + department approval. Corequisite:EMS 2103 + EMS 2207 + EMS 2105. This course presents dosage calculation methods for enteral and parenteral medications, including intravenous therapy and pediatric dosages in the EMS environment. This course is a hands on approach to calculations used in an emergency situation in the prehospital setting. This course integrates patient assessment for the Term 1 paramedic student. This course also Provides instruction needed to provide advanced care for patients in a clinical setting. Meets or exceeds the cognitive objectives of the National EMS Education Standards and incorporates the NM EMT- Paramedic Scope of Practice.
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