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Biomarkers of Cardiac Injury

The diagnosis of acute myocardial infarction (AMI) involves multiple clinical tools including physical assessment, ECG, and the evaluation of cardiac biomarkers. Electrocardiography produces a physiological signal that is frequently used for diagnosing heart problems, but it is incapable of adequately diagnosing AMI8. Myoglobin, B-type natriuretic peptide (BNP), creatine kinase isoenzyme MB (CK-MB), and cardiac troponin […]

Endotracheal Aspiration (ETA) of Intubated Patients

A procedure that deserves particular attention, given its direct relationship with the risk of infection, is the endotracheal aspiration (ETA) of intubated patients.4 A common procedure within intensive care units is the suctioning of respiratory secretions in patients who have been intubated or who have undergone tracheostomy.2 When patients are unable to mobilize their secretions, they may […]

Everything Nurses Need to Know about ACLS Certifications

Nurses can play a crucial role in the outcome when patients encounter life-threatening emergencies. That’s why most medical facilities require their nurses to maintain current advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification. ACLS.com helps nurses earn and renew their ACLS nursing certification conveniently online. We put together this guide to help you understand everything you need […]

What is the Difference Between BLS and ACLS?

By law, nurses and other healthcare workers must have the basic skills to save a life. Whether they work in an intensive care unit or elementary school setting, healthcare workers often need additional certifications for employment. BLS and ACLS are the most common certifications required for healthcare workers. Both courses teach supportive treatments that medical professionals […]

From Paramedic to PA: What You Need to Know

Attending PA school is a daunting task, especially for those who are already EMS-certified and working in the medical field. Between the odd job hours that make it difficult to attend scheduled classes and the growing costs of education, it can seem like an impossibility to transition into the role of a physician’s assistant. Luckily, […]

Study Tips to Help with Your ACLS Certification

ACLS, or Advanced Cardiac Life Support, is a critical part of your medical training and healthcare success. Whether you are completing your ACLS certification online or in a classroom, these training tips will help prepare you to successfully complete your certification and pass your exam. Find or Create a Good Study Guide The ACLS certification exam covers […]

Tachycardia with a Pulse Algorithm

Recommended Articles Shockable Rhythms: Ventricular Tachycardia, Ventricular Fibrillation, Supraventricular Tachycardia According to television, if there’s a heart problem, you shock it, right? WRONG! Learn how to properly manage shockable rhythms. PALS Tachycardia Algorithm Video In this video, we review the PALS pediatric tachycardia algorithm and the types of tachycardias that are seen in the […]

Suspected Stroke Algorithm

In the event of a suspected stroke, follow these stroke protocol guidelines. For more free resources like our ACLS stroke algorithm guide, explore other online articles to refresh your life-saving skills. Recommended Articles Suspected Stroke Algorithm Video There is nothing more time-sensitive than medical care during a stroke. Just like other algorithms, it all starts […]

Immediate Post-Cardiac Arrest Care Algorithm

Learn more about post-cardia arrest treatment to improve patient outcomes with the ACLS post-cardiac arrest algorithm. As with all ACLS algorithms, the Immediate Post-Cardiac Arrest Care Algorithm is a set of procedures that healthcare providers use to treat patients who have just experienced a specific medical emergency — in this case, cardiac arrest. Because cardiac […]