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2012-2013 Gaston College Catalog 
    
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EMS 220 Cardiology (4 Credit Hours)


Class Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 6
Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 0
Prerequisites: EMS 120 , EMS 130  and EMS 131 
Corequisites: BIO 169 
This course provides an in-depth study of cardiovascular emergencies and is required for paramedic certification. Topics include anatomy and physiology, pathophysiology, rhythm interpretation, cardiac pharmacology, and patient treatment. Upon completion, students should be able to certify at the Advanced Cardiac Life Support Provider level utilizing American Heart Association guidelines.



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