Podcast
Pass ACLS Tip of the Day
Hosted by Paul Taylor · EN
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, evidence-based 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 ILCOR 2025 recommendations are 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.
16episodes
Episodes
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Tablets & Toxins: An H&T Reversible Cause of Cardiac Arrest
Nov 1900:04:24Tap to summarizeReview of Tablets & Toxins as an ACLS H &T reversible causes of cardiac arrest with some specific, commonly encountered examples.The majority of toxins don’t have a specific antidote. There are a few toxins for which we have emergency interventions and ACLS providers should be familiar with.Reviewing the patient's medical history for indicators that may lead us to suspect a tablet/toxin cause of cardiac arrest.Administration of Narcan for suspected narcotics overdose following the Opioid Associated Emergency algorithm.Other common ACLS Tablet Toxin scenarios with possible treatments.Medications commonly used to treat specific toxins that are regularly stocked on crash carts or carried in EMS med bags.ACLS providers that suspect a specific toxin should consult with their Pharmacy or call Poison Control for treatment directions.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://nationaldrugcard.com/ndc3506/Pass ACLS Web Site - Other ACLS-related resources: https://passacls.com@Pass-ACLS-Podcast on LinkedIn Poison Myths and Misconceptions on The Pharmacists Voice podcast:https://www.thepharmacistsvoice.com/podcast/poison-myths-and-misconceptions-discussion-part-1-of-5-with-angel-bivens-rph-and-wendy-stephan-phd/
Transcribe →Which ACLS Algorithm?
Nov 1800:08:39Tap to summarizeWhy we use algorithms.Generally speaking, if there’s a change in a patient’s condition, we should ensure we’re using the correct algorithm.Three key points to remember when using ACLS algorithms.Walk through of an example mega code scenario with explanations of when and why we change to a different ACLS 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://nationaldrugcard.com/ndc3506/Pass ACLS Web Site - Other ACLS-related resources: https://passacls.com@Pass-ACLS-Podcast on LinkedIn
Transcribe →Beta Blockers
Nov 1700:04:41Tap to summarizeReview of when we should consider beta blocker use in ACLS's Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS) & Tachycardia algorithms and when they're contraindicated.Beta blocking medications attach to Beta receptors to inhibit or “block” the effects of epinephrine (adrenaline)and norepinephrine in the body.The primary locations of Beta I, II, and III receptors.Effects of epinephrine & norepinephrine stimulation of beta receptors on the heart.Beta blockers effects on the heart.When we should consider the use of beta blockers in the Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)and Tachycardia algorithms.Contraindications to the use of beta blocker medications.More detailed information about beta blocker’s mechanism of action and specific instances for their use can be found on the Pod Resource 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://nationaldrugcard.com/ndc3506/Pass ACLS Web Site - Other ACLS-related resources: https://passacls.com@Pass-ACLS-Podcast on LinkedIn
Transcribe →Advanced Airways
Nov 1400:07:32Tap to summarizeA review of advanced airway use in ACLS’s Adult Cardiac Arrest algorithm including: advantages, types, insertion, and monitoring ETCO2.When we should consider insertion of an advanced airway for patients in a shockable vs non-shockable rhythm.In addition to an endotracheal tube (ETT), other ACLS advanced airways.The advantages of using an advanced airway over basic airway maneuvers.Use of end tidal CO2 waveform capnography to confirm placement and assess the adequacy of CPR.Identification and management of a misplaced ET tube.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://nationaldrugcard.com/ndc3506/Pass ACLS Web Site - Other ACLS-related resources: https://passacls.com@Pass-ACLS-Podcast on LinkedIn
Transcribe →Antiarrhythmic Use After ROSC
Nov 1300:05:09Tap to summarizeIndications & use of an antiarrhythmic infusion of Amiodarone or Lidocaine for cardiac arrest patients that have return of spontaneous circulation (ROSC).Our primary focus immediately following return of spontaneous circulation (ROSC).Post-arrest goals for O2 saturation, ETCO2, and BP/MAP.Indications for use of an antiarrhythmic after ROSC.Determining which antiarrhythmic to use post cardiac arrest.Administration of Amiodarone or Lidocaine after ROSC.The use of Amiodarone post arrest if no antiarrhythmics were administered prior to obtaining ROSC.Links to other medical podcasts that cover antiarrhythmics and other ACLS-related topics are on the Pod Resource 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://nationaldrugcard.com/ndc3506/Pass ACLS Web Site - Other ACLS-related resources: https://passacls.com@Pass-ACLS-Podcast on LinkedIn
Transcribe →Quantitative Waveform Capnography
Oct 30Tap to summarizeThe 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://nationaldrugcard.com/ndc3506/Pass ACLS Web Site - Other ACLS-related resources: https://passacls.com@Pass-ACLS-Podcast on LinkedIn
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