PAR2031 Pharmacotherapy in paramedic practice

When you finish this unit, you should be able to:

1. 1

   Describe the basic principles of pharmacology, drug administration and monitoring as they relate to paramedic practice;

2. 2

   Identify routes of administration, absorption rates and safe work practices as they relate to paramedic practice;

3. 3

   Demonstrate proficiency in calculation of drug dosages for administration of medications by paramedics by a variety of routes;

4. 4

   Examine legal responsibilities associated with the administration and safe keeping of drugs within paramedic practice;

5. 5

   Identify and explain the actions and side effects of common pharmaceutical agents encountered within the pre-hospital setting;

6. 6

   Review and interpret the historical and current use of drugs used within paramedic practice.