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Official Course Syllabi 2020-2021 
    
Official Course Syllabi 2020-2021 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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EMSA 2620 - Paramedic Lecture 4

Credit Hours: 3.00


Prerequisites: EMSA 2560 with grade C or better

(formerly EMTC 2620)

12-lead EKG and Advanced Cardiac Life Support for the Paramedic.

Location: Center Campus

Contact Hours: 3
Billable Contact Hours: 3
OUTCOMES AND OBJECTIVES
Outcome 1: Upon completion of this course, students will define coronary artery disease as it pertains to the patient presentation and management.

Objectives: The student will:

  1. Define Coronary Artery Disease and the mechanisms that precipitate angina and the Acute Coronary Syndromes (ACS).
  2. Be able to assess the patient for significant risk factors for Angina and ACS.
  3. Identify significant findings in the patient with typical, atypical presentations as well as those with an anginal equivalent.
  4. Provide correct treatment for the cardiac patient.

Outcome 2: Upon completion of this course, students will be able to incorporate 12‐lead EKG into the management of the cardiac or suspected cardiac patient.

Objectives: The student will:

  1. Interpret the lead placement for the chest, limb, and augmented leads as well as interpret their output.
  2. Describe that the primary function of the 12‐lead EKG is to detect ischemia or myocardial cell damage.
  3. Identify abnormalities in the cardiac cycle that may suggest ischemia or myocardial cell damage.
  4. Identify cardiac abnormalities that may mask or mimic a myocardial infarction.
  5. Be able to perform an appropriate cardiac assessment, prioritize the use of the 12 lead EKG, treat, and make appropriate transport decisions.

Outcome 3: Upon completion of this course, students will be able to acquire certification in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS).

Objectives: The student will:

  1. Demonstrate a proficiency in managing the critical cardiac patient and the patient in cardiac or respiratory arrest.
  2. Correctly identify several critical cardiac dysrythmias.
  3. Be able to apply current ACLS standards in a psychomotor examination.
  4. Be able to apply current ACLS standards in a written examination.

COMMON DEGREE OUTCOMES
(Bulleted outcomes apply to the course)

  • 1. The graduate can integrate the knowledge and technological skills necessary to be a successful learner.
  • 2. The graduate can demonstrate how to think competently.
  1. The graduate can demonstrate how to employ mathematical knowledge.
  • 4. The graduate can demonstrate how to communicate competently.
  1. The graduate is sensitive to issues relating to a diverse, global society.

COURSE CONTENT OUTLINE
Module 1: The 12‐Lead EKG

Module 2: Preparation for and the administration of pseudo‐licensing examinations

Module 3: Advanced Cardiac Life Support


Primary Faculty
Armstrong, David
Secondary Faculty

Associate Dean
Lopez, Michael
Dean
Mirijanian, Narine



Official Course Syllabus - Macomb Community College, 14500 E 12 Mile Road, Warren, MI 48088



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