AHA ACLS Renewal (6 Hours)

Service Description

Designed for healthcare professionals who need to re-certify in ACLS. It focuses on updating knowledge and skills related to managing cardiac arrest and other cardiovascular emergencies. This course covers topics like team dynamics, systems of care. Immediate post-cardiac arrest care, airway management, and related pharmacology. It also emphasizes BLS skills, the integration of BLS with ACLS interventions, and effective team communication. Key Components of an ACLS renewal course: Review of ACLS Algorithms: · The course revisits the core ACLS algorithms, ensuring participants are up-to-date on the latest guidelines and protocols. Emphasis on Team Dynamics: · The course highlights the importance of effective teamwork and communication during resuscitation efforts, including roles and responsibilities within a team. Systems of Care and Post-Cardiac Arrest Care: · Participants learn about the systems of care that facilitate timely and efficient emergency response and the critical steps involved in post cardiac arrest care. Airway Management and Pharmacology: · The course covers advanced airway management techniques and the appropriate use of medications in various cardiovascular emergencies. Practical Skills Assessment: · Renewal courses include practical assessments where participants demonstrate proficiency in applying ACLS skills, such as defibrillation, medication administration, and airway management. Written Exam: · A written exam is part of the renewal process to test the participant's knowledge of ACLS protocols and guidelines. Who Should Take an ACLS Renewal Course? · Healthcare professionals who direct or participate in the management of cardiopulmonary arrest and other cardiovascular emergencies. · Personnel in emergency response, emergency medicine, intensive care, and critical care units. · Those who need to recertify their ACLS provider card. Course Format: · Instructor-led classroom courses: Delivered in a classroom setting with an instructor leading the sessions. Basic Life Support (BLS) skills check off: · Evaluates a student's ability to perform essential life-saving procedures, such as CPR and AED use, in emergency situations. The check-off typically includes demonstrating proficiency in the following: Chest Compressions · Chest Compressions · Rescue Breathing · AED Operation · Choking Relief · Two-Rescuer CPR · Scenario-Based Evaluation · Teamwork and Communication