This module will touch on the principles of pharmacology in pre-hospital emergencies setting. Case study is presented as clinical scenarios to develop problem-solving skills using the same methods applied in real pre-hospital settings. Topics will include principles of pharmacology, names, classes and general sources of drugs, general management by a paramedic, legal aspects and risk assessment, drug administration: safety and procedures; medication calculation, intravenous fluid and administrations; problem oriented pharmacology, and lastly special considerations and procedures.
- Teacher: Nur Syamsyiah Mohd Jamil Syam