Advanced cardiac life support course can be read online here which is free to read. The content is based as per AHA 2020 guidelines. You may need to login only if you want to record your reading progress.
Intro to ACLS
Let’s get to know the general details about ACLS in this module. Various frequently asked questions are answered here.
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Introduction to advanced cardiac life support – What is ACLS 2020?Heart rhythms
The key to manage a rhythm is to identify the rhythm first with accuracy. Let’s go through each rhythm and learn the management.
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Electrophysiology of ECG Sinus rhythm First degree heart block Second degree heart block Third degree heart block Supraventricular tachycardia Atrial fibrillation Atrial flutter Ventricular tachycardia Ventricular fibrillation Asystole and Pulseless Electrical Activity (PEA)Rhythm management
How to manage different rhythm disturbances in the patients you receive?
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Bradycardia management – effective 2021 update Managing tachycardia – effective 2021 update Cardiac arrest management – Detailed 2021 updatePost ROSC
Return of spontaneous circulation is not the end point of resuscitation. Enough care is needed to prevent a re-arrest.
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Post ROSC management detailed – 2020 guidanceEndpoint of resuscitation
The decision to end the resuscitation attempts is a big one and it must be taken carefully.