Course

10-531-918 Adv. Emergency Resuscitation
Course Information
Description
By teaching Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) methodologies and protocols, this course prepares the paramedic student in the integration of comprehensive knowledge of causes and pathophysiology into the management of shock, respiratory failure, respiratory arrest, cardiac arrest, and peri-arrest states with an emphasis on early intervention to prevent respiratory and/or cardiac arrest if possible.
Total Credits
1
Course Competencies
  1. Examine the need for resuscitation
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written or Graphic Assessment
    Criteria
    answer questions related to the learning objectives on a test
    achieve the threshold identified by your Training Center on the assessment

  2. Explain resuscitation efforts and considerations
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written or Graphic Assessment
    Criteria
    answer questions related to the learning objectives on a test
    achieve the threshold identified by your Training Center on the assessment

  3. Perform resuscitation
    Assessment Strategies
    Skill Demonstration
    Criteria
    follow the published protocol provided by your Training Center
    comply with AHA (or equivalent) BLS for Healthcare Provider guidelines.
    comply with AHA (or equivalent) ACLS guidelines.
    comply with AHA (or equivalent) PALS guidelines.