ACLS Blogs

Recognizing Brugada Syndrome and Other Inherited Arrhythmias: ACLS Decision-Making for Sudden Cardiac Death Syndromes

Brugada syndrome, Long QT syndrome, and catecholaminergic polymorphic ventricular tachycardia are inherited channelopathies that can cause sudden cardiac death in otherwise healthy individuals. Recognizing their distinct ECG signatures and applying tailored ACLS decision-making can be the difference between survival and loss of life.

ACLS Blogs

Building ACLS Stamina: Physical and Mental Conditioning Strategies for Prolonged Resuscitation Events

Prolonged resuscitation events test both the physical endurance and mental conditioning of every code team member. This guide provides evidence-based strategies for building CPR stamina, optimizing compressor rotation, managing cognitive load, and structuring your team to maintain peak performance across extended cardiac arrest events.

ACLS Blogs

ACLS for Interventional Radiology Suites: Managing Vasovagal and Contrast-Related Cardiac Events

Interventional radiology suites face serious and recurring risks from vasovagal reactions and contrast-related cardiac events. This article breaks down the clinical recognition, ACLS-aligned treatment algorithms, drug protocols, and team preparedness strategies every IR team needs to protect patients when hemodynamics deteriorate.

Massive Transfusion Protocols During Cardiac Arrest: When Hemorrhagic Shock Drives the Code

Vasopressor Selection in Post-Arrest Care: Choosing Between Norepinephrine, Epinephrine, and Dopamine

ACLS in Aircraft Cabins: How In-Flight Medical Volunteers Manage Cardiac Emergencies at 30,000 Feet

Recognizing Sepsis-Induced Cardiomyopathy: When Septic Shock Triggers Cardiac Decompensation in the ICU

School-Based Cardiac Emergencies: How Teachers and Coaches Can Bridge the Gap Until EMS Arrives

ACLS Considerations for Patients with Implanted Cardiac Devices: Pacemakers, ICDs, and LVADs During Resuscitation

Vagal Maneuvers Before Adenosine: A Practical Guide to Non-Pharmacologic SVT Termination

Code Debriefing After Cardiac Arrest: Why Hot and Cold Debriefs Improve Team Performance

ACLS for Plastic Surgery and Cosmetic Surgery Centers: Preparing for Anesthesia-Related Cardiac Events

Pediatric Diabetic Ketoacidosis: PALS-Informed Strategies for Recognizing and Managing This Endocrine Emergency

Magnesium Sulfate in ACLS: When and How to Use This Underutilized Cardiac Medication

Capnography in Cardiac Arrest: How End-Tidal CO2 Monitoring Guides ACLS Decision-Making

Healthcare Administrator's Guide to ACLS Compliance: Budgeting and Tracking Team Certifications