Part of 1 Dan’s Ask Me Anything series. Test your knowledge of Pathophysiology with questions provided by Dan and hear what your follow students are asking about!
Pathophysiology
Pathophysiology
Pathophysiology is a foundational topic for the EMT. A solid knowledge of pathophysiology opens the door to truly understanding a wide variety of medical and traumatic conditions.
Pathophysiology Basics
A lot of EMT Review users bombed on a recent study center poll related to trauma and pathophysiology. In this post, we review the question and answer, and link you to the resources you’ll need to improve your understanding of pathophysiology.
Pathophysiology: Airway and Ventilation
Review normal respiratory physiology and the pathophysiology of breathing. Know the basics of respiratory compensation plus its signs and symptoms.
Pathophysiology: Lifespan Development
Learn about physical and psychosocial differences over the lifespan. Know the assessment challenges for different age groups.
Pathophysiology: Perfusion and Shock
Know about normal cardiovascular physiology and perfusion, and the pathophysiology of hypoperfusion, or shock. Review primary causes of shock.