Area
Paramedicine
Course Number
MED 150
Semester Offered
S
Credits
4
The first half of this course focuses on pathophysiology common to all disease processes: shock, acid-base, and airway. The second half covers the pathophysiology of the pulmonary, nervous, gastrointestinal, and genitourinary systems. It reviews IV fluid administration and medical math, briefly reviews the anatomy and physiology of each topic covered, and uses a scenario-based approach to assessment and management.
Prerequisites
MED 110, MED 120, MED 130
Corequisites
MED 160, MED 170, MED 180, MED 190