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Dec 07, 2025
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PVCC 2018-2019 College Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
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EMS 151 - Introduction to Advanced Life Support4 Credits
Prepares the student for Virginia Enhanced certification eligibility and begins the sequence for National Registry Intermediate and/or Paramedic certification. Includes the theory and application of the following: foundations, human systems, pharmacology, overview of shock, venous access, airway management, patient assessment, respiratory emergencies, allergic reaction, and assessment based management. Conforms at a minimum to the Virginia Office of Emergency Medical Services curriculum.
Lecture 3 hours per week, Laboratory 2 hours per week. Total 5 hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the EMS program.
Corequisite: EMS 170 , Clinical and Field Internship.
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