Paramedic Recert EMS Care | 23-MCIT-F3-4107 | Cardiac Arrest

Paramedic Recert EMS Care | 23-MCIT-F3-4107 | Cardiac Arrest  starts with the introduction to the topic.

With 436,000 people dying from Cardiac Arrest each year. cardia arrests causes about the half the deaths linked with heart attack and stroke. This chapter discusses factors influencing survival in out-of-hospital settings, delves into the chain of survival and also details out the pathophysiology and management of a cardiac arrest. The chapter also covers AHA guidelines and pregnant patients.

The lessons covered in Part A

  • Lesson 1:  OOH Cardiac Arrest Survival – Influencing Factors
  • Lesson 2:  Chain Of Survival
  • Lesson 3:  Pathophysiology Of Cardiac Arrest
  • Lesson 4:  Management Of Cardiac Arrest
  • Lesson 5:  Advanced Cardiac Life Support Part 1
  • Lesson 6:  Advanced Cardiac Life Support Part 2

The lessons covered in Part B

  • Lesson 7:  Pregnant Patients.
  • Lesson 8:  Algorithms.
  • Lesson 9:  AHA Guidelines Part 1. and,
  • Lesson 10:AHA Guidelines Part 2.

Excerpt Paramedic Recert EMS Care | 23-MCIT-F3-4107 | Cardiac Arrest  

Early defibrillation includes the provision of electrical shock to the heart to reestablish a normal, spontaneous heart rhythm. Several options for rapid defibrillation exist, including automated external, semi-automated external, or manual defibrillators.

 When an AED is available, the rescuer should position the device next to the patient, turn it on, and follow visual and voice prompts. They should then attach the electrode pads to the victim’s bare chest, as shown in the diagram on the pads. If a shock is advised, the rescuer should be sure no one is touching the victim and press the shock button.

Notes

 The device will instruct the rescuer to press the shock button if a shock is needed. In fully automatic devices, the shock will be delivered automatically.

AEDs are designed for use by untrained laypersons. They are safe, effective, and intuitive devices that will not shock a victim unless a shock is needed to restore a normal heartbeat. They cannot harm the victim.

AEDs are safe for use with children. If the child is aged 1-8 and a pediatric dose-attenuator is available, the rescuer should use it. If this adapter is unavailable, the rescuer should use a standard AED.

 The two remaining links in the Chain of Survival refer to actions professional responders should take. They include advanced life support and integrated post-cardiac arrest care.

Core Concepts & Takeaways

  • State the chain of survival.
  • Describe the current techniques of one and two-rescuer CPR.
  • Discuss airway issues in cardiac arrest management.
  • Determine criteria for terminating cardiac arrest in the out-of-hospital setting.
  • Apply ALS management skills during a cardiac arrest:
    • Airway management
    • Vascular access, and,
    • Pharmacology
  • Demonstrate the current techniques of one and two-rescuer CPR. And, lastly,
  • Demonstrate the current techniques of cardiac arrest management.

Important Notes:

  • This course is part of the Paramedic Recertification  curriculum .  If you sign up for one of those courses, you will be automatically enrolled in this course.
  • Each paramedic course in this program will earn you Continuing education credits in one of the 5 NCCP core categories. 
  • When uploading completed courses to the NREMT website for recertification, use all excess continuing education hours to satisfy State/Local and Independent requirements hours as needed. 
  • To get credit for this course, you must watch all the lessons in their entirety, the course review, and pass the quiz at the end with a score of 75% or better.

Course Curriculum

Paramedic Recert EMS Care | 23-MCIT-F3-4107 | Cardiac Arrest Part A

  • Lesson 0 – Chapter Introduction
    03:05
  • Lesson 1- OOH Cardiac Arrest Survival–Influencing Factors
    11:21
  • Lesson 2 – Chain Of Survival
    08:54
  • Lesson 3 – Pathophysiology Of Cardiac Arrest
    30:02
  • Lesson 4 – Management Of Cardiac Arrest
    33:14
  • Lesson 5 – Advanced Cardiac Life Support Part 1
    15:15
  • Lesson 6 – Advanced Cardiac Life Support Part 2
    13:45
  • Paramedic Recert EMS Care | 23-MCIT-F3-4107 | Cardiac Arrest Part A | QUIZ

Paramedic Recert EMS Care | 23-MCIT-F3-4107 | Cardiac Arrest Part B

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