Paramedic Skills 2

Course Code

PCPM 156

Academic Year

2016-2017

This course is designed to refine the practical skills introduced in Paramedic Skills 1 and to incorporate these skills into scenario-style practicals. Students will be taught the appropriate technique to deliver a number of medications as well as the indications and application of cardiac monitoring. This course will also emphasize the importance of proper lifting and transfer techniques as they apply to the paramedic field. Various lifting and transfer techniques will be introduced with the emphasis on individual and crew safety, proper back care, leadership and group co-operation.