EMS 445 - Advanced 12 Lead Cardiology

Description:
Advanced 12 lead cardiology is designed to give a better understanding of vectors, lead placement, myocardial infarctions and warning signs, precursors to cardiac emergencies, understanding the imitators of Myocardial Infarctions and more. By department permission.

Prerequisites:
Prerequisites: admission to the EMS Paramedicine major and EMS 444.

Credits: (4)

Learner Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

Interpret 12 leads in the field or clinic setting.
Have an understanding and ability to differentiate imitators or foolers from true myocardial infarctions on 12 leads.
Demonstrate an understanding of vectors and lead placement.
Identify myocardial infarctions, warning signs and precursors to cardiac emergencies.
Demonstrate an understanding of coronary occlusions and how they present on 12 leads.

Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
12/5/19

Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
Fall Locations: OnlineSpring Locations: Online