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SCH4101 Advanced Cardiac
SCHOOL OF MEDICAL SCIENCES
Credit Points: 15
 
Description:

This unit will provide students with the knowledge and skills to work independently or in conjunction with medical practioners in the provision of advanced out-of-hospital care for patients with advanced cardiac conditions.  Emphasis will be placed on obtaining a broad understanding of the pathophysiology of cardiac conditions in order to make adequate and sound assessments of the situations. Students will acquire skills that enable them to implement advanced strategies for the management of   cardiac conditions in critical situations and develop knowledge of interventions aimed to prevent morbidity.



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This Unit is part of the following Courses / Unit Sets
U84Graduate Certificate of Science (Critical Care Paramedicine)
M12Graduate Diploma of Science (Critical Care Paramedicine)
 
 
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Last Updated - Higher Education: 30/04/2009 VET: 30/04/2009