Emergency Pharmacology
Paramedic EMSP 2306 0100– Spring 2021 (C Shift)
Monday through Friday (C-Shift only) from 8:00pm–5:00 pm
A study of drug classifications, actions, therapeutic uses, adverse effects, routes of administration, and calculation of dosages. Upon course completion, students will be able to categorize the classification of drugs; calculate drug dosages; and identify the therapeutic use, routes of administration, indications, contraindications, and adverse effects. 48 lecture hours.
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Topic
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Reference
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2/22
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Principles of Pharmacology
Medication Administration
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Ch 13 & 14
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2/25
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Test #1
Drug Calculations
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3/03
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Drug Calculations Tests (Pass/Fail)
You have 2 hours to take the 25 question test
Drug Administration: Safety & Procedures
IV Fluids & Administration SKILLS
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3/09
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Test #2
IV troubleshooting and medication administration
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3/24
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Test #3
Skills Demonstration
Skills Practice: IM, SQ, IO, IV, IV with bolus, Piggyback
(Drug Calculation Test II)
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3/30
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Skills Check-off: IM, SQ, IO, IV, IV with bolus, Piggyback
(Drug Calculation III)
SIM LAB, BLS scenarios and IV/IO/IM/Med admin
FINAL EXAM
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Cumulative
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Drug Calculation Tests: To successfully progress through this course. Students are required to pass the Drug Calculation test with 100%. Students are given 3 opportunities to pass the exam. Failure to pass the exam by the third attempt will result in the student not being allowed to progress forward and will be removed from the program.
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“Covid -19 statement: please be advised that NCTC may have to go fully online should the COVID situation worsen.”
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EMSP 2544 0431 - Cardiology
Spring 2021
Mon-Fri (C Shift Only) 8am-5pm
A detailed study of the knowledge and skills necessary to reach competence in the assessment and management of patients with cardiac emergencies. 64 lecture hours + 32 laboratory hours. Corequisite: EMSP 2135.
All courses in the Department, Undergraduate Division
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DATE
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TOPIC
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REFERENCE
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4/05
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A&P Heart, Autonomic Nervous System,
Electrophysiology & Conduction Systemc & EKG
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Ch 8
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4/08
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Exam #1 A&P
Analyzing the ECG Rhythm
Sinus, Atrial, & Junctional Rhythms
SIM LAB
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4/14
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Exam #2 EKG Analysis and facts
Assign ACLS & Pharmacology(8-Hr Online)
SIM LAB
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www.onlineaha.org
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4/20
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Exam #3 ACLS Pharmacology
Ventricular Rhythms, Heart Blocks, & Paced
ACLS Algorhythms
SKILLS- CARDIO/DEFIB/PACE
Cardiac SIM LAB
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NCTC Skill Instructors
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4/23
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Exam #4 Rhythm Interpretations.
12-Lead & STEMI
Cardiovascular Emergencies & Pharmacology
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Ch 14
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4/24
SAT
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Assign PALS (8-Hour Online Instruction)
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www.onlineaha.org
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4/26
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Exam #5 12-Lead &STEMI
Cardiac Case Studies & Scenarios
SIM LAB Mega Codes
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NCTC Skills Instructors
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4/29
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Exam #6 Cardiovascular Emergencies
Cardiovascular Emergencies & Mega Codes Case Studies
SIM LAB Mega Codes
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SIM Lab & NCTC Skills Instructors
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5/05
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ECG & Drug Competency Test 1
Megacode Practice
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NCTC Skills Instructors
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5/11
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ECG & Drug Competency Test 2
Final Exam
Megacode Check Offs
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Cumulative
NCTC Skills Instructors
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5/14
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ECG & Drug Competency Test 3
Final Exam
Megacode Check Offs
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Cumulative
NCTC Skills Instructors
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“Covid -19 statement: please be advised that NCTC may have to go fully online should the COVID situation worsen.”
COURSE REQUIREMENTS, EVALUATION METHODS AND GRADING CRITERIA
Grading Scale:
A = 100 - 90
B = 89 - 80
C = 79 - 75
D = 74.99 - 66 (NOT PASSING)
F = 65 - 0
Students are expected to attend all scheduled classes. Should a student anticipate an absence from class, they should notify their instructor as soon as possible. Absences will be neither considered excused or unexcused. Students will be allowed the following absences.
FIRS Courses
Total of 8 hours per course
INSTITUTIONAL LEARNING GOALS
o A quality general education curriculum in all associate degree programs.
o Quality freshman and sophomore level courses in arts and sciences which parallel the lower division offerings of four-year colleges and universities.
x Quality technical programs leading directly to careers in semi-skilled and skilled occupations, and quality technical education programs up to two years in length leading to certificates and associate degrees.
o Quality programs and services in support of adult literacy and basic skills development as a mean of workforce enhancement and expanding access to higher education.
PROGRAM PURPOSE STATEMENT
NCTC seeks to implement its goal of providing quality technical programs leading directly to careers in semi-skilled and skilled occupations, and quality technical education programs up to two years in length leading to certificates and associate degrees by offering a coherent sequence of courses with appropriate breadth and depth to prepare students for success in the workforce.
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Student Rights & Responsibilities
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NCTC Board policy FLB (Local) Student Rights and Responsibilities states that each student shall be charged with notice and knowledge of the contents and provisions of the rules and regulations concerning student conduct. These rules and regulations are published in the Student Handbook published in conjunction with the College Catalog. All students shall obey the law, show respect for properly constituted authority, and observe correct standards of conduct.
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Scholastic Integrity
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Scholastic dishonesty shall constitute a violation of college rules and regulations and is punishable as prescribed by Board policies.
Scholastic dishonesty shall include, but not be limited to cheating on a test, plagiarism, and collusion.
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ACCESS
(Disability Support)
Disability Services (OSD)
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North Central Texas College is committed to both the spirit and letter of federal equal
opportunity legislation, including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and section
504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.
NCTC is required by law to provide "reasonable accommodations" to students with
disabilities, so as not to discriminate on the basis of that disability. It is the student’s
responsibility to provide disability documentation to the ACCESS Office which authorizes accommodations for students with disabilities. The ACCESS Office is located in room 170 on the Corinth Campus and room 110 of the Administration (100) Building on the Gainesville Campus. Students can also call 940-668-7731 ext. 4321 or 940-498-6207.
The Office for Students with Disabilities (OSD) provides accommodations for students who have a documented disability. A disability is anything that can interfere with learning, such as a learning disability, psychological challenge, physical illness or injury. Accommodations may include extra time on tests, tests in a distraction reduced environment, volunteer note taker in class, etc.
On the Corinth Campus, go to room 170 or call 940-498-6207. On the Gainesville Campus, go to room 110 in the Administration (100) Building or call 940-668-4209. Students on the Bowie, Graham, Flower Mound, and online campuses should call 940-668-4209 to arrange for an intake appointment with OSD.
North Central Texas College is on record as being committed to both the spirit and letter of federal equal opportunity legislation, including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, ADA Amendments Act of 2009, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (P.L. 93-112).
http://www.nctc.edu/StudentServices/SupportServices/Disabilityservices.aspx
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Student Success Center
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- The Student Success Center is designed to help all students at NCTC develop tools to
- achieve their academic goals. The center links students to FREE tutoring, including a
- Writing Center, a Math Lab, and free online tutoring in the evening. The program helps
- students acclimate to college by providing students free interactive workshops about
- Time Management, Study Skills, Test Anxiety, and much more. For more information,
- please visit your nearest Student Success Center.
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