Unit

School Of Health Sciences

Out-of-hospital Medical Care 1Western Sydney University Unit Code: 401074.2

Discipline: PARAMEDICAL STUDIES

Student Contribution Band: 2

Level: 2

Credit Points: 10

Co ordinator
Liz Thyer

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Prerequisite
400138 Pathophysiology 1

Corequisite
401073 Paramedic Practice 3

Unit Enrolment Restrictions
Students must be enrolled in 4669 Bachelor of Health Science (Paramedicine).

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Teaching Periods

Period	Offered	Campus		Contact
2021 2H	Yes	Campbelltown Campus	- DAY	See Coordinator above	Timetable.	Print Unit Outline*

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About this Unit
The aim of this unit is to extend knowledge and clinical skills required for the assessment and management of cardiovascular, respiratory and neurological medical emergencies. The unit combines pathophysiological principles development of skills and interpretation of diagnostic technology with clinical decision-making to implement advanced life support.

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Courses

4669.1	Bachelor of Health Science (Paramedicine)	CONTINUING
4669.2	Bachelor of Health Science (Paramedicine)	CURRENT

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