EMS 2420 - Pathophysiology for EMS
2 Credits
Applies anatomy and physiology to common diseases and injuries encountered by EMS personnel. Students develop an understanding of how different disease processes interrupt normal bodily functions.
Major Content Areas
The human cell and their functions
The immune system
Physiology of breathing
Electrophysiology and anatomy of the heart
Pathology of the heart
Function and pathology of the renal system
Pathology and components of blood
Pain origin and effect on the body
Pathology of endocrine emergencies
Learning Outcomes
Categorize diseases based upon the signs and symptoms of physiological alteration and the system affected.
Hypothesize how a dysfunction in one body system may affect the proper function of another.
Discuss the pathology of the respiratory system, cardiovascular system, renal system, venous system, and the immune system.
Discuss pain and its effect on a patient.
Describe the pathophysiology of Shock.
Integrate knowledge of cellular function in conditions commonly encountered in pre-hospital environment.
Apply proper anatomical sites and terms in oral and written communication.
Explain the normal function of the major body systems.
Identify abnormalities associated with the major body systems.
Describe the organization of the body at both the atomic and chemical levels.
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