EMS 224 EMS Medications
Prince Sultan Bin Abdul Aziz College for Emergency Medical Services
King Saud University
Course Syllabus- EMS 224 EMS Medications
Academic term- 4th Spring Semester 2014 (1435)
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Total Credits |
Theory (actual) |
Practical (actual) |
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EMS 224 |
EMS Medications |
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Indented Learning Outcomes (Objectives): On successful completion of this course, student should be able to: · Discuss the term drug, various forms of drug, different routes of drug administration and the factors that influence drug absorption, distribution and elimination. · Discuss the pharmacodynamics, pharmacokinetics, indications, contraindications, side effects, dosage and administration of specific emergency medications · Integrate the knowledge of pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics while formulating a treatment plan to mitigate emergency and improve overall health · Apply the knowledge of drug actions, interactions and special considerations while administering the pharmacological agents to various patients in terms of age, sex and medical conditions · Apply the principles of safe, aseptic drug administration techniques and Identify the complication and adverse effects while administering drugs. · Practice aseptic precautions and safe disposal of contaminated items and sharps. · Calculate the drug doses, drug volume and infusion rate of pharmacological agents in a given situation.
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Weekly Schedule: |
(A) Tuesday
(B) Monday |
10:00-12:00
10:00-12:00 |
(A) Tuesday
(B) Wednesday
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13:00-15:00
13:00 – 15:00
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Faculty members |
Mr. Michael G. Krtek Staff for Labs: Sager-Tariq-Raed |
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Contact details of faculty |
Mobile: |
0554450614 |
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Required Text(s) · Paramedic Care: Principles & Practice, Volume 2, Brady or Mosby’s equivalent Text: Prehospital Emergency Pharmacology, Latest ed. Bryan E. Bledsoe and Dwayne E. Clayden
Recommended Books and Reference Material (Journals, Reports, etc.) (Attach List) · Intermediate Emergency Care: Principles and Practice (Paperback) (Author), Robert S. Porter (Author), Richard A. Cherry (2003). . Essentials of Paramedic Care by Bryan E. Bledsoe, Robert S. Porter, and Richard A. Cherry (Hardcover - Jun 2006).
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Education Methodologies: |
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Interactive Lectures with discussion Use of Audio Visual AidsText / Reference Reading Quiz Home work / Assignment Computer Based Learning TutorialsComputer Based Learning (CBL) Animations, Illustrations, graphics and Cartoons etc.
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Week # |
Topics and activities |
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Week-1 |
Pharmacokinetics and Pharmacodynamics Orientation of Medication administration equipment/materials |
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Week-2
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Administration of Medications- IV, IO, SC, IM, ID, ET, oral, rectal and Inhalation etc |
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Week-3 |
Administration of Medications- IV, IO, SC, IM, ID, ET, oral, rectal and Inhalation etc |
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Week-4 |
Fluids, Electrolytes, and Intravenous Therapy IV fluid infusions and Drug Dose calculations |
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Week-5 |
The Autonomic Nervous System IV fluid infusions and Drug Dose calculations |
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Week-6 |
The Autonomic Nervous System IV fluid infusions and Drug Dose calculations |
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Week-7 |
Medications Used in the Treatment of Respiratory , Allergic and Anaphylaxis Emergencies |
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Week-8 |
Review and Midterm exams |
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Week 9 |
Mid semester vacation |
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Week-10 |
Medications Used in the Treatment of Metabolic-Endocrine and Neurological Emergencies |
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Week-11 |
Medications Used in the Treatment of Obstetrical and Gynaecological Emergencies. Also will cover drugs used in toxicological emergencies |
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Week-12 |
Medications Used in the Treatment of Behavioural and GI Emergencies |
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Week-13 |
Sedation and Pain Management
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Week-14 |
Emergency Medications, Drug Administration and Drug Calculations review |
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Week-15 |
Emergency Medications, Drug Administration and Drug Calculations review |
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Week-16 |
Preparatory Examination (Theory & Practical) |
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Week-17-18-19 |
FINAL WRITTEN AND PRACTICAL |
ملحقات المادة الدراسية