EMS 181 - Advanced Airway and Shock Management

1 Credits

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. An additional career and technical education course specific fee of $50.00 per credit hour applies to this course. The price is discounted 50% to $25.00 per credit hour for the 2026-27 academic year only.
Prerequisite Current Virginia EMT and CPR certification as approved by the Virginia Office of EMS.
Corequisite EMS 182: Advanced Airway & Shock Management Laboratory
Lecture Hours 1
Lab hours 0
Note Typically Offered: Fall