EMS 123 EMT Trauma Emergencies

Provides the Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) student with the knowledge and skills to provide appropriate emergency care and transportation of a patient who has suffered a traumatic injury. The concepts of kinematics and the biomechanics of trauma, along with pathophysiology and injury patterns will provide the student with the ability to assess and manage the trauma patient. Student must be at least 18 years of age.

Credits

2

Prerequisite

EMS 121. These courses can be taken concurrently.

Notes

Recommended Preparation: EMS 123, EMS 124, and EMS 170.