MED 120 Pharmacology, Patient Assessment and Human Systems -
This course covers the theory, skills, and terminology needed to perform physical assessment, including overview of basic anatomy and physiology, systematic assessment of the patient, the process of obtaining the patient's medical history, procedures in performing the physical examination and a concise method of recording the findings. This course covers the general principles of pharmacology, calculating drug doses and effects of drugs administered by paramedics in the treatment of patients in the clinical and field setting. This course provides a comprehensive laboratory experience designed to familiarize the student with the practical aspects of medical patient assessment, including primary and secondary survey. In addition, both drug dose calculations and medication administration are practiced. Credits: 4 Corequisites: MED 110, MED 130 Semester Offered: F

MED 130 Special Patient Populations for Paramedicine -
This course provides an analysis of normal anatomy and physiology and the disease processes of the female reproductive system, life span development, geriatric patients, and those patients who are challenged. This course also views interventions for the chronic-care patient, and those who may be victims of abuse and neglect. Credits: 4 Corequisites: MED 110, MED 120 Semester Offered: F

MED 150 Advanced Paramedicine -
The first half of this course focuses on pathophysiology common to all disease processes: shock, acid-base, and airway. The second half covers the pathophysiology of the pulmonary, nervous, gastrointestinal, and genitourinary systems. It reviews IV fluid administration and medical math, briefly reviews the anatomy and physiology of each topic covered, and uses a scenario-based approach to assessment and management. Credits: 4
Prerequisites: MED 110, MED 120, MED 130 Corequisites: MED 160, MED 170, MED 180, MED 190 Semester Offered: S

MED 160 Cardiology and Advanced Cardiac Life Support -
This course provides the student with the knowledge and skills needed to recognize and successfully manage cardiovascular emergencies encountered in the field. Following the standards of the American Heart Association, Massachusetts Statewide Treatment Protocols, and the National Registry of EMTs, Paramedic Psychomotor Competency Portfolio Skill Assess students learn cardiac anatomy and physiology, ECG recognition, and 12 lead ECG recognition and treatment. Extensive coverage is devoted to the pharmacological and electrical management techniques used in treating acute cardiac events, including respiratory and cardiac arrest. The student has the opportunity to secure Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification for an additional fee. Credits: 4
Prerequisites: MED 110, MED 120, MED 130 Corequisites: MED 150, MED 170, MED 180, MED 190 Semester Offered: S

MED 170 Trauma -
This course is intended to present to the paramedic student a comprehensive insight into traumatic injury to the human body, its causes, types and implications. The impact on trauma survival and the concept of well-developed regional trauma systems will be discussed. An emphasis will be placed upon the evaluation and management of both blunt and penetrating trauma in relationship to regional anatomy. Credits: 3
Prerequisites: MED 110, MED 120, MED 130 Corequisites: MED 150, MED 160, MED 180, MED 190 Semester Offered: S

MED 180 Neonatal and Pediatric Emergencies -
This course provides the Paramedic student with a general understanding of the newborn and the newly born with overviews of structure and function of the cardiovascular and respiratory system. Neonatal resuscitation will be presented, along with neonatal assessment. In addition, this course provides the Paramedic student with a general understanding of the pediatric patient and the interaction that is necessary with their family members. Growth and development, anatomy and physiology review, pathophysiology, assessment and management of pediatric emergencies are stressed. The student has the opportunity to secure certifications in the Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) for an additional fee. Credits: 2
Prerequisites: MED 110, MED 120, MED 130 Corequisites: MED 150, MED 160, MED 170, MED 190 Semester Offered: S

MED 190 Topics in Paramedicine -
This course includes the assessment and management of blood borne infectious diseases, respiratory infectious disease and their role in pandemics, toxicological emergencies, infectious diseases, endocrine emergencies, allergic reaction and anaphylaxis, and environmental emergencies. Credits: 3
Prerequisites: MED 110, MED 120, MED 130 Corequisites: MED 150, MED 160, MED 170, MED 180 Semester Offered: S

MED 210 Clinical Internship for the Paramedic -
This course gives the student the opportunity to deliver optimum patient care at several clinical hospital sites, using a preceptor approach. Clinical rotations occur within the following departments: Intensive/Critical Care Unit, Emergency Department, Anesthesiology (Operating Room), Pediatric Emergency Department, Emergency Mental Health, Labor and Delivery, and other departments as needed. The student takes part in weekly simulation to meet accreditation standards as put forth in the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technician Paramedic Psychomotor Competency Portfolio requirements. Credits: 7
Prerequisites: MED 150, MED 160, MED 170, MED 180, MED 190 Semester Offered: F

MED 220 Field Internship for the Paramedic -
This course gives the student the opportunity to deliver optimum patient care at multiple pre-hospital Advanced Life Support service sites, using a Paramedic preceptor approach with one Paramedic intern per ALS team per ambulance. The student has the opportunity to utilize and refine skills gained through the Paramedic Program in real time, testing student knowledge and ability to perform under pressure. Simulation occurs on a bi-weekly schedule to facilitate the completion of accreditation goals and objectives. This course capstone experience completes the student's Paramedic training. Credits: 5
Prerequisites: MED 210 Semester Offered: S

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