Advanced Cardiac Life Support-Renewal

4.0 Contact Hours approved for Nursing; EICC IBON provider #8/EMS hours applied for.

This course is based on the most current American Heart Association Guidelines which is designed for previously ACLS trained healthcare professionals who either direct or participate in the management of cardiopulmonary arrest or other cardiovascular emergencies. ACLS Precourse Self-Assessment is required with a passing score of 70% to enter the course. ACLS Precourse Self-Assessment Link: https://elearning.heart.org/course/423. Bring completed ACLS Precourse Self-Assessment to class. Tuition does not include the required textbook. You may purchase textbook at the Continuing Education office for $56.00 or online on the AHA Shop Website.  ACLS Student Manual Link: https://shopcpr.heart.org/acls-provider-manual.  Objectives: 1. Carry out the required assessments sequence for a systematic evaluation of adult patients; 2. Identify the working knowledge of the core ACLS cases, CPR and AED and be able to manage the post-resuscitation period; 3. Use effective communication as a member or leader of a high performance team.