EKG Application and Advanced Cardiac Resuscitation

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2 Skills Lab Hours Prerequisites: Students must be healthcare providers with current Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider certification (either American Heart Association, American Red Cross or recognized equivalent) who participate in the treatment of cardiopulmonary arrest or other cardiovascular emergencies. Students must be able to successfully demonstrate competency in adult cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and automated external defibrillator (AED) use and bag-mask ventilation. Description This course in electrocardiography (EKG) application and advanced cardiac resuscitation includes evidence-based information regarding recognizing and intervening in cardiac arrest, immediate post-cardiac arrest, acute arrhythmia, stroke and acute coronary syndrome situations. Students receive instruction regarding basic cardiac rhythm recognition, obtaining vascular access and the placement of alternative advanced airway devices. This course is designed to give students the opportunity to practice and demonstrate proficieny in the following skills used in resuscitation: systematic patient care approach, high-quality Basic Life Support (BLS), airway management, rhythm recognition, defibrillation, intravenous and intraosseous access, medication use, cardioversion, transcutaneous pacing and team dynamics. Students successfully completing this course receive certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS).