AEMT-CC
AEMT-CC
AEMT-CC (pronunciation: A-E-M-T-C-C), also known as Advanced Emergency Medical Technician - Critical Care, is a level of training for pre-hospital emergency medical providers in the United States. The AEMT-CC is a step between the EMT and the paramedic in terms of knowledge base and scope of practice.
Etymology
The term AEMT-CC is an acronym that stands for Advanced Emergency Medical Technician - Critical Care. The term is derived from the role these professionals play in providing advanced emergency medical care, particularly in critical situations.
Related Terms
- Emergency Medical Services (EMS): A system that provides emergency medical care to individuals who have had a sudden or serious illness or injury, or who need immediate medical transport.
- Emergency Medical Technician (EMT): A basic level of training for pre-hospital emergency medical providers.
- Paramedic: The highest level of training for pre-hospital emergency medical providers.
- Critical Care: A branch of medicine concerned with the diagnosis and management of life-threatening conditions requiring sophisticated organ support and invasive monitoring.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on AEMT-CC
- Wikipedia's article - AEMT-CC
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