FPS 31000 Principles of Paramedicine and Pharmacology

This class provides the foundation for paramedic education. Training covers the history of emergency medical services; an overview of the EMS system and medical oversight; principles of research; legal and ethical concerns, review of anatomy and physiology; introduction to pathophysiology; lifespan development; therapeutic and system communications; principles of pharmacology; techniques of drug and fluid administration; and proper documentation.

Credits

9

Prerequisite

Current MO EMT- Basic License, CHM 10000 or CHM 10100 or CHM 23000 or CHM 23100 and BIO 22700 or HFS 20700 or BIO 10700, junior status, and permission of the dean.

Offered

Offered fall semester only.