EMGT 2600 - Paramedic Clinical I

Credits: 1
Students are provided a clinical experience in the hospital setting under the supervision of a preceptor. In the clinical setting students, gain experience with patient assessments and various allowed skills. Students will demonstrate competency in patient care and assessment, assist the preceptor or other medical staff, work with a preceptor to apply knowledge in the vehicular setting, apply knowledge of patient pathophysiology, and formulate treatment plans. These correlate to the paramedic’s scope of practice, and use of effective communication to patients and staff in explaining their knowledge of patient care. Students complete 48 hours of clinical experience for this course.

Prerequisite: Completion of EMGT 2545.