Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Training

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Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Training – Course Description

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) training is an advanced course designed for healthcare professionals who respond to cardiac emergencies and need to manage cardiac arrest, stroke, and other life-threatening medical conditions. ACLS training equips participants with the skills and knowledge to provide critical interventions and improve patient outcomes. Here’s an outline of what ACLS training typically covers:

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Certificate

Participants will receive an ACLS certification, valid for 2 years (based on training partner or governing body).

Course Length

4-5 Hours

Elite Plus offers industry-standard ACLS Training that is specifically designed for healthcare professionals involved in the management of cardiopulmonary arrest or other cardiovascular emergencies. This advanced-level course builds upon the foundation of Basic Life Support (BLS), focusing on critical decision-making, high-performance team dynamics, and advanced resuscitation techniques.

Our ACLS program is ideal for doctors, nurses, emergency medical technicians, and medical students who require advanced certification and skill training for clinical settings.

Class Delivery Types

Traditional Classroom
Blended Learning with In-Person, Instructor-Led Skills Session
Remote Skills Verification (RSV)

What the Training Covers:

• Recognition and early management of cardiac arrest and respiratory arrest
• Management of peri-arrest conditions such as bradycardia and tachycardia
Airway management and related pharmacology
• Effective communication as a member or leader of a resuscitation team
• Integration of CPR with advanced interventions
• Use of AEDs, ECG interpretation, and drug protocols
• Hands-on scenarios using advanced simulation manikins

Training Features:

Guideline-compliant curriculum (e.g., AHA-aligned)
• Experienced trainers and medical professionals
• High-fidelity simulation equipment for realistic learning
• Practical case-based approach for critical thinking
• Pre-course preparation materials provided

Target Audience:

• Physicians
• Nurses
• Emergency and Critical Care Staff
• Paramedics
• Final-year medical students

Languages

English, Hindi

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Training

1. Introduction to ACLS:
Overview of the ACLS course, its importance, and its role in improving survival rates for cardiac emergencies.
2. Chain of Survival:
Understanding the sequential steps that maximize the chances of survival in cardiac emergencies.
3. Assessing the Scene and Safety:
Evaluating the environment for safety and potential hazards before providing assistance.
4. Assessing and Managing Cardiac Arrest:
Recognition of cardiac arrest rhythms (ventricular fibrillation, pulseless ventricular tachycardia, asystole). Applying advanced life support interventions, including high-quality CPR, defibrillation, and advanced airway management.
5. Airway Management:
Techniques for advanced airway management, including endotracheal intubation and supraglottic airway devices.
6. Cardiac Rhythms:
Understanding and interpreting cardiac rhythms, including bradyarrhythmias and tachyarrhythmias.
7. Medications and Pharmacology:
Appropriate use of medications for ACLS, including epinephrine, amiodarone, and vasopressors.
8. Defibrillation:
Proper use of defibrillators, including energy selection and pad placement.
Defibrillation in synchronized cardioversion for specific arrhythmias.
9. Cardiovascular Pharmacology:
Detailed understanding of medications used in cardiac emergencies, their dosages, and administration routes.
10. Post-Cardiac Arrest Care:
Managing post-resuscitation care, including targeted temperature management, hemodynamic optimization, and neurological assessment.
11. Stroke Management:
Recognizing the signs of stroke and initiating appropriate interventions.
Ischemic stroke management, including fibrinolytic therapy.
12. Acute Coronary Syndromes:
Managing acute coronary syndromes, including ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) and non-ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction (NSTEMI).
13. Team Dynamics and Communication:
Effective communication and coordination within the healthcare team during ACLS scenarios.
14. Special Situations:
ACLS techniques for specific patient populations, such as pediatric and geriatric patients.
15. Ethical Considerations:
Ethical dilemmas and considerations in advanced cardiac care.
16. Megacode Scenarios:
Simulated scenarios involving comprehensive ACLS interventions to reinforce skills.
17. Certification and Renewal:
Information about ACLS certification requirements and renewal periods.

ACLS training typically includes hands-on practice, simulations, and case scenarios to ensure participants are well-prepared to handle complex cardiac emergencies. It’s crucial to ensure that ACLS training is conducted by certified instructors using up-to-date curriculum materials and follows the guidelines set by relevant medical organizations. Successful completion of ACLS training results in a certification that signifies the participant’s competence in advanced cardiac life support.