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PM 204 CARDIOLOGY



This course focuses on the conduction system of the heart, electrocardiography, interpretation of cardiac rhythms, and the treatment of cardiac dysrhythmias. This course also covers pathophysiology, clinical manifestations, and treatment of cardiovascular emergencies. The lab component of this course provides comprehensive coverage of pathophysiology and management of cardiovascular emergencies using critical thinking through scenario-based approach. Students who successfully complete this course will earn Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification. 5 Credits Prerequisite: Admission to Paramedicine Corequisite: Anatomy and Physiology (BI 113 , BI 215 , BI 217 , or equivalent), PM 201 , PM 202 , PM 203 , and PM 205 . Department consent is required.