Course

10-531-914 Adv. Pre-hospital Pharmacology
Course Information
Description
This course provides the paramedic student with the comprehensive knowledge of pharmacology required to formulate and administer a pharmacological treatment plan intended to mitigate emergencies and improve the overall health of the patient.
Total Credits
3
Course Competencies
  1. Apply principles of emergency medicine pharmacology
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written or Graphic Assessment
    Criteria
    answer questions related to the learning objectives on a test
    achieve the threshold identified by your Training Center on the assessment

  2. Examine medication administration
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written or Graphic Assessment
    Criteria
    answer questions related to the learning objectives on a test
    achieve the threshold identified by your Training Center on the assessment

  3. Administer medication
    Assessment Strategies
    Skill Demonstration
    Criteria
    follow the published protocol provided by your Training Center
    apply concepts of medication math
    verify your rights of medication administration

  4. Identify the properties of various emergency medicine drugs
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written or Graphic Assessment
    Criteria
    answer questions related to the learning objectives on a test
    achieve the threshold identified by your Training Center on the assessment