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Purpose:Discuss the core essential AHA guidelines and demonstrate skills required for Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS).
Target Audience:This course is designed for Registered Nurses and other Allied Health professionals who are responsible for managing patients in cardiopulmonary emergencies and/or arrest. The target audience includes registered nurses, physicians, paramedics, EMTs and respiratory therapists. Participants from outside the critical care areas must have the permission of the course director.
Program Description:This course is designed to cover the core essential AHA guidelines for cardiopulmonary resuscitation. The format for the course is lecture/discussion, small group discussions utilizing case scenarios and evaluation.
Pre-requisites:Current BCLS Provider's card and a basic EKG class to recognize arrhythmias. Attendees must obtain and read 2006 ACLS Provider Manual prior to class. 2005 Handbook of Emergency Cardiovascular Care may also be obtained. Textbooks are available from The Center for Learning and Development (58 Hackett). Textbooks may also be purchased through Laerdal Medical Corporation, 167 Myers Corners Road, P.O. Box 1840, Wappingers Falls, NY 12590. Phone: 1-888-562-4242 or fax 1-800-227-1143 or 1-914-298-4545. Website: www.laerdal.com.
CE Program Yes (12.0 Contact Hours)
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