EHS 463 - Basics of Cardiology (3)

This is an intense course designed to discuss the principles of basic electrocardiography and cardiovascular disease. Topics include: 3-lead EKG rhythm strip interpretation, management of cardiovascular related illness, ischemic heart disease and failure, cardiogenic shock, pericardial disorders, and hypo- and hypertensive emergencies. Patient specific assessment and associated pharmacologic interventions will also be discussed. Recommended Preparation: You must be an EMT with at least 100 patient contacts as an EMT.

Grading: Graded
Course ID: 102214
Consent: Department Consent Required
Components: Lecture
Prerequisite/Corequisite: You must complete BIOL 252 and BIOL 252L with a ‘C’ or higher.