Pass ACLS Tip of the Day

Paul Taylor
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I'm Paul from PassACLS.com and I'm here to help you pass ACLS. Like an audio flash card, this podcast is intended to aid any medical professional preparing for an Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) class. Each three-to-nine minute episode covers one of the skills needed to recognize a stroke or cardiac emergency and work as a high performing team to deliver safe, quality patient care. Listening to a tip a day for a few weeks prior to your ACLS class will help cement the core concepts that have been shown to improve outcomes in patients suffering a heart attack, cardiac arrest, or stroke. In addition to the Chain of Survival, core concepts, and ACLS algorithms; specific information needed to pass the written exam, BLS checks, and megacode following the 2020 guidelines is presented. Healthcare providers that are already ACLS certified, but rarely participate in codes, may find listening a helpful reminder. Disclaimer: This podcast is a supplement to your course's approved text book and videos - not a replacement. The information presented is for educational purposes only, is intended for medical professionals, and is not medical advice. Medical professionals should follow their local laws, agency protocols, and act only within their scope of practice.

  1. 1D AGO

    First & Third Degree AV Blocks

    Review of lead II ECG characteristics, rules to identify first and third degree heart blocks, and treatment following the ACLS Bradycardia algorithm. To pass ACLS, you will need to be able to identify common rhythms on a monitor during your mega code and ECG strips on your written exam. Review of normal ECG morphology in lead II. Characteristics of first-degree heart block. Characteristics of third-degree (complete) AV block. Treatment of unstable patients in third degree block following the ACLS Bradycardia algorithm. Special considerations for use of Atropine when patients are in a third-degree heart block. The use of TCP, Dopamine, & Epinephrine drip for unstable bradycardic patients refractory to Atropine. Good luck with your ACLS class! Links: Buy Me a Coffee at https://buymeacoffee.com/paultaylor Free Prescription Discount Card - Get your free drug discount card to save money on prescription medications for you and your pets: https://safemeds.vip/save Pass ACLS Web Site - Other ACLS-related resources:  https://passacls.com @Pass-ACLS-Podcast on LinkedIn

    8 min

  2. 2D AGO

    Lidocaine & Amiodarone Review

    Review of antiarrhythmic medications Amiodarone & Lidocaine for use in ACLS's Adult Cardiac Arrest, Post Arrest, and Tachycardia algorithms. The two first-line ACLS antiarrhythmics that are generally used. Lidocaine dosing and administration to patients in persistent V-Fib or pulseless V-Tach. Amiodarone dosing and administration to patients in persistent V-Fib or pulseless V-Tach. Use of antiarrhythmic infusions post-cardiac arrest to suppress ventricular ectopy. Amiodarone use & dosing for stable patients in V-Tach with a pulse. Good luck with your ACLS class! Links: Buy Me a Coffee at https://buymeacoffee.com/paultaylor Free Prescription Discount Card - Get your free drug discount card to save money on prescription medications for you and your pets: https://safemeds.vip/save Pass ACLS Web Site - Other ACLS-related resources:  https://passacls.com @Pass-ACLS-Podcast on LinkedIn

    7 min

  3. 3D AGO

    Nasopharyngeal Airway (NPA) Review

    Review the indications, contraindications, sizing, and insertion of the nasopharyngeal airway (NPA) to maintain the airway of patients with a gag reflex. The tongue is the most common airway obstruction in an unconscious patient. When the nasopharyngeal airway (NPA) should be used as an alternative to the oropharyngeal airway (OPA). Examples of when a NPA should be considered. Contraindications and considerations for nasal airway insertion. Measuring a nasal airway for appropriate length and diameter. Insertion of a nasopharyngeal airway into the right vs left nostril. Patients with a NPA in place can receive supplemental O2, be ventilated with a BVM, have ETCO2 monitored, and have their upper airway suctioned as needed. Good luck with your ACLS class! Links: Buy Me a Coffee at https://buymeacoffee.com/paultaylor Free Prescription Discount Card - Get your free drug discount card to save money on prescription medications for you and your pets: https://safemeds.vip/save Pass ACLS Web Site - Other ACLS-related resources:  https://passacls.com @Pass-ACLS-Podcast on LinkedIn

    5 min

  4. 4D AGO

    Tamponade: An H&T Reversible Cause of Cardiac Arrest

    The causes, physiology, signs & symptoms, and treatment of cardiac tamponade as an ACLS H&T reversible cause of cardiac arrest. When blood, or other fluids, accumulate in the sac around the heart it’s called a cardiac tamponade or pericardial tamponade. The effects of tamponade on the electrical system and chambers of the heart. Cardiac tamponade can be acute or chronic and caused by traumatic, iatrogenic, or pathological etiologies. Common traumatic events, medical procedures, and diseases that can result in a pericardial tamponade. Signs & symptoms of cardiac tamponade. Treatment of cardiac tamponade with pericardiocentesis. For additional information on cardiac tamponade, check out the Pod Resources page at PassACLS.com. Good luck with your ACLS class! Links: Buy Me a Coffee at https://buymeacoffee.com/paultaylor Free Prescription Discount Card - Get your free drug discount card to save money on prescription medications for you and your pets: https://safemeds.vip/save Pass ACLS Web Site - Other ACLS-related resources:  https://passacls.com @Pass-ACLS-Podcast on LinkedIn

    5 min

  5. 5D AGO

    Team Leader Role and Use of Quick Reference Cards

    The role of team leader, code team responsibilities, and the use of reference cards during your ACLS class megacode and written exam. Two things have changed in recent years to aid students that don't use ACLS in their daily practice. The team leader’s roles and responsibilities. Using closed-loop communication and speaking up if there’s any doubt about an order or action. Use of your course’s approved text book and quick reference cards during the megacode and written exam. Tips to help you pass the ACLS written exam. Good luck with your ACLS class! Links: Buy Me a Coffee at https://buymeacoffee.com/paultaylor Free Prescription Discount Card - Get your free drug discount card to save money on prescription medications for you and your pets: https://safemeds.vip/save Pass ACLS Web Site - Other ACLS-related resources:  https://passacls.com @Pass-ACLS-Podcast on LinkedIn

    5 min

  6. OCT 31

    Why Early CPR & Defibrillation is Important

    Early CPR and defibrillation improve cardiac arrest outcomes. Here's why CPR is important and five ACLS tips to reduce CPR interruptions. Two factors to cardiac arrest survivability that have been clearly shown to make the most difference. The most common dysrhythmia present during the first few minutes of cardiac arrest. How our chance of successfully defibrillating a patient into a perfusing rhythm significantly changes when good CPR is delivered vs when it isn't. Why bystander CPR is important for out-of-hospital cardiac arrest (OHCA) outcomes. The role of the CPR coach. Five tips to aid us in limiting CPR interruptions to less than 10 seconds so we can maintain a chest compression fraction (CCF) of at least 80%. Good luck with your ACLS class! Links: Buy Me a Coffee at https://buymeacoffee.com/paultaylor Free Prescription Discount Card - Get your free drug discount card to save money on prescription medications for you and your pets: https://safemeds.vip/save Pass ACLS Web Site - Other ACLS-related resources:  https://passacls.com @Pass-ACLS-Podcast on LinkedIn

    5 min

  7. OCT 30

    Quantitative Waveform Capnography

    The use of quantitative waveform capnography in ACLS to confirm good CPR and placement of an ET tube, identify ROSC, and during post-cardiac arrest care. Waveform capnography use with, and without, an advanced airway in place. Monitoring end tidal CO2 during rescue breathing. Use of capnography to objectively measure good CPR. Capnography is a preferred method of confirming endotracheal tube (ETT) placement over x-ray during a code. Identifying ROSC during CPR. Quantitative waveform capnography use in the post-cardiac arrest algorithm. Good luck with your ACLS class! Links: Buy Me a Coffee at https://buymeacoffee.com/paultaylor Free Prescription Discount Card - Get your free drug discount card to save money on prescription medications for you and your pets: https://safemeds.vip/save Pass ACLS Web Site - Other ACLS-related resources:  https://passacls.com @Pass-ACLS-Podcast on LinkedIn

    5 min

  8. OCT 29

    Vagal Maneuvers

    Review of vagal maneuvers and alternative treatments used in ACLS for stable patients with tachycardia at a rate over 150 bpm. Narrow complex tachycardia with a rate over 150 BPM. Unstable patients in SVT, or V-Tach with a pulse, should be cardioverted with a synchronized shock. Assessment & treatment of stable tachycardic patients. Commonly used vagal techniques. A less common technique to stimulate the vagus nerve. Indications and use of Adenosine. Possible treatments for patients found to be in A-Fib or A-Flutter with RVR after administration of Adenosine. Carotid sinus massage. Additional medical podcasts that have episodes on tachycardia can be found on the pod resources page at passacls.com. **American Cancer Society (ACS) Fundraiser This is the seventh year that I'm participating in Men Wear Pink to increase breast cancer awareness and raise money for the American Cancer Society's life-saving mission. I hope you'll consider contributing. Every donation makes a difference in the fight against breast cancer! Paul Taylor's ACS Fundraiser Page: http://main.acsevents.org/goto/paultaylor THANK YOU for your support! Good luck with your ACLS class! Links: Buy Me a Coffee at https://buymeacoffee.com/paultaylor Free Prescription Discount Card - Get your free drug discount card to save money on prescription medications for you and your pets: https://safemeds.vip/save Pass ACLS Web Site - Other ACLS-related resources:  https://passacls.com @Pass-ACLS-Podcast on LinkedIn

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I'm Paul from PassACLS.com and I'm here to help you pass ACLS. Like an audio flash card, this podcast is intended to aid any medical professional preparing for an Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) class. Each three-to-nine minute episode covers one of the skills needed to recognize a stroke or cardiac emergency and work as a high performing team to deliver safe, quality patient care. Listening to a tip a day for a few weeks prior to your ACLS class will help cement the core concepts that have been shown to improve outcomes in patients suffering a heart attack, cardiac arrest, or stroke. In addition to the Chain of Survival, core concepts, and ACLS algorithms; specific information needed to pass the written exam, BLS checks, and megacode following the 2020 guidelines is presented. Healthcare providers that are already ACLS certified, but rarely participate in codes, may find listening a helpful reminder. Disclaimer: This podcast is a supplement to your course's approved text book and videos - not a replacement. The information presented is for educational purposes only, is intended for medical professionals, and is not medical advice. Medical professionals should follow their local laws, agency protocols, and act only within their scope of practice.

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  • Creator
    Paul Taylor
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2025
  • Episodes
    34
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © Copyright 2025 Paul Taylor
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