May 26, 2026  
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. Total 1 hour per week.



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