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PST1102 Foundations of Paramedical Practice
SCHOOL OF MEDICAL SCIENCES
Credit Points: 15
Prerequisites:
PST1101 Introduction to Paramedical Practice
 
Description:

This unit introduces students to the fundamental concepts and skills required in pre-hospital paramedical practice, with the aim of developing the student to participate.  To this end, as an effective member of an ambulance crew, the fundamental skills and knowledge required to initiate, continue or assist in the management of patients in a culturally diverse healthcare context will be covered in detail.



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This Unit is part of the following Courses / Unit Sets
K89Bachelor of Science (Paramedical Science)
 
 
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Last Updated - Higher Education: 30/04/2009 VET: 30/04/2009