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Advanced Cardiac Life Support Initial

Course Description

This is an initial course for American Heart Association ACLS Providers. It reviews cardiac rhythm interpretation, drug pharmacology, airway management, patient assessment, and treatment options for patients suffering cardiac events. Current upgrades and advances in cardiac care are presented. Students are required to participate in hands on manikin performance stations, interactive case management scenarios, and pass a written examination with a passing score of 84% or greater. Successful completion of this course awards the student a two- year ACLS Provider Card.

Credits

0.05

Credit Hours Max

0.4

Instructional Method

Lecture (A)

Contact Hours

8

Instructional Method

Laboratory (B)

Contact Hours

8