Month: August 2024
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Medication Review: Adenosine
Review the indications, dosing, & administration of Adenosine for patients in supraventricular tachycardia (SVT) following ACLS's Tachycardia algorithm.
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Supraventricular Tachycardia (SVT)
Review the ECG characteristics of SVT & sinus tachycardia and the treatment of unstable vs stable patients with cardioversion & medications.
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EMS and Transportation to the Most Appropriate Facility
Prehospital EMS capabilities and why paramedic-staffed ALS ambulances make a difference in the early identification & treatment of STEMI and stroke.
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Automated External Defibrillator (AED)
Review the safe use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) to improve cardiac arrest outcomes. Discuss why use one, their general use, and safety issues.
Core ACLS Topics
- Adult Cardiac Arrest (8)
- Basic Life Support & AED (5)
- Bradycardia (2)
- Stroke (2)
- Tachycardia (5)





