ACLS Provider Course
(ACLS) Course
American heart association certified advanced cardiovascular life support
The American Heart Association’s Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) course is a comprehensive program designed to equip healthcare professionals with the advanced skills necessary to manage cardiovascular emergencies effectively. Here is a breakdown of the course content:
Basic Life Support (BLS) Review
- High-quality CPR techniques for adult, child, and infant victims
- Integration of BLS with advanced cardiovascular life support interventions
Systematic Approach
- The ACLS "Systematic Approach" algorithm for assessing and managing patients in cardiac arrest or other cardiovascular emergencies.
Recognition and Management of Respiratory Arrest
- Strategies for assessing and providing initial care for patients experiencing respiratory distress or failure.
Recognition and Initial Management of Acute Arrhythmias
- Identification and treatment of various cardiac rhythms, including tachycardias and bradycardias.
- Use of algorithms for rhythm identification and intervention
Electrical Therapies
- Defibrillation: Proper techniques for using manual and automated external defibrillators (AEDs) Synchronized cardioversion for certain unstable tachyarrhythmias
- Transcutaneous Pacing for management of symptomatic bradyarrhythmias
Pharmacology
- Administration of appropriate medications, including antiarrhythmics and vasoactive drugs
- Dosages, indications, and contraindications for medications used in ACLS scenarios
Airway Management
- Techniques for advanced airway management, including intubation and supraglottic airways
Post-Cardiac Arrest Care
- Guidelines for managing patients after return of spontaneous circulation (ROSC)
- Optimization of post-resuscitation care to improve neurological outcomes.
Acute Coronary Syndromes (ACS)
- Recognition and initial management of acute coronary syndromes, including myocardial infarction.
Stroke
- Identification and initial management of acute ischemic stroke and intracerebral hemorrhage
Special Situations
- Considerations for managing cardiac emergencies in special populations, such as pregnant women and pediatric patients.
Team Dynamics
- Effective communication, leadership, and roles within a resuscitation team
- Coordination during a cardiac arrest or cardiovascular emergency scenario
The ACLS course combines didactic instruction, interactive case scenarios, and hands-on practice to ensure participants gain both theoretical knowledge and practical proficiency in managing complex cardiovascular emergencies. It is crucial for healthcare providers to regularly renew their ACLS certification to stay updated with the latest guidelines and techniques in advanced cardiac life support.
Course Duration: Two Days
Course Fee: Rs 6500
Course completion card & certificate:
After successful completion of the course, the participant receives an AHA ecard and e-certificate.
Validity: Two years
