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2026-2027 College Catalog 
    
2026-2027 College Catalog
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EMS 181 Advanced Airway and Shock Management

1 credit(s)


Prerequisite(s): Current Virginia EMT and CPR certification as approved by the Virginia Office of EMS. Co-requisite(s): EMS 182  
Introduces core principles of airway, shock, and resuscitation as outlined by the National Emergency Medical Service Education Standards (NEMSES) within the Advanced EMT curriculum. Provides students with a fundamental knowledge of the Cardiopulmonary system, including its assessment and management of shock. Covers cardiac arrest and post-arrest management.

Lecture 1 hour.

NOTE: This course includes a course fee. These fees help ensure this program has the equipment, supplies, and materials needed to provide students with quality educational experiences. Course fees are charged in addition to standard tuition and will appear on your SIS student account bill. Federal and state financial aid may be applied toward these course fees. More information can be found online at Course Fees - VCCS.
Course fee calculator Total 1 hour per week.



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