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ACLS

Course Description

Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support

Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)


CME Accreditation 13 CME hours Category 1 accredited by HAAD Provider courses & Re-certification courses available

ACLS is based on simulated clinical scenarios that encourage active, hands-on participation through learning stations where students will practice essential skills individually, as part of a team, and as team leader. Providers will enhance their skills in treating adult victim s of cardiac arrest or other cardiopulmonary emergencies. This course emphasizes the: importance of basic life support CPR to patient survival integration of effective basic life support with ACLS interventions importance of effective team interaction and communication during resuscitation The course includes simulated clinical scenarios that encourage active, hands-on participation through learning stations where students practice essential skills individually, as part of a team, and as team leader. Intended Audience The course is designed for healthcare providers working in emergency treatment, intensive care or critical care, and other professionals who may need to respond to a cardiovascular emergency such as physicians, nurses, emergency medical technicians, paramedics, respiratory therapists, and other professionals. Course Content 1-rescuer CPR AED Defibrillation Airway Management Rhythm recognition IV / IO access Use of medications Cardioversion Transcutaneous pacing Vasoactive infusions Effective resuscitation team dynamics Acute Coronary Syndromes (ACS) Acute Stroke

Course Format Classroom-based (instructor and video, with skills conducted throughout)

Uniteam Medical Assistance LLC

www.uniteamed.com

Tel: +971 2 643 5700 Fax: +971 2 643 5701 E: info@uniteamed.com

Certification American Heart Association ACLS for Healthcare Providers Course Completion Card valid for two years. Certificate of Completion accredited by HAAD for 11.5 CME hours Assessment In the classroom, students engage in simulated clinical scenarios and learning stations. Students work with an AHA ACLS Instructor to complete ACLS skills practice and skills testing. Students also complete a written exam. Course Length: Provider course approx. 14 hours including breaks Re-certification course approx. 8 hours including breaks Contact us now to arrange a group booking or see our events calendar for open courses

Uniteam Medical Assistance LLC

www.uniteamed.com

Tel: +971 2 643 5700 Fax: +971 2 643 5701 E: info@uniteamed.com

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