PAEM 401 - Emergency Medicine, Trauma, and Surgery

Description
This course is designed to provide an intensive study of emergency medicine and trauma as well as an introduction to the principles of general surgery. This will include clinical manifestations, diagnosis, differentials, acute stabilization, emergency care, and disposition of common emergent conditions encompassing all organ systems. Students will gain an understanding of sterile technique, operating room etiquette, exposure to surgical instruments, and knowledge of surgical positions and procedures.

Course Delivery Model(s): Blended

Lecture Hours: 30
Lab Hours: 0
Total Hours: 30
Credits: 2

Prerequisites: Successful completion of all Term 3 courses
Corequisites: None

Repeatable (# of times): 0

Grade Type: Letter