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Pass ACLS Tip of the Day

Pass ACLS Tip of the Day

By: Paul Taylor
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 Like a daily audio flash card. This podcast is intended to aid any medical professional preparing for an Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) class. Each one-to-nine minute Flash Briefing-style episode covers one of the skills needed to recognize a stroke or cardiac emergency and work as a high-performing team to deliver quality care. Listening to a tip-of-the-day for 14-30 days prior to a class will help cement 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 and megacode following the 2020 guidelines is presented. Healthcare providers that are already ACLS certified 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 and is not medical advice. Medical professionals should follow their local laws, agency protocols, and act only within their scope of practice.Copyright 2023 Paul Taylor Biological Sciences Hygiene & Healthy Living Physical Illness & Disease Science
Episodes
  • Nasopharyngeal Airway (NPA) Review

    Nasopharyngeal Airway (NPA) Review
    Jun 23 2025

    The tongue is the most common airway obstruction in an unconscious patient.

    For patients with a decreased level of consciousness that can't control their airway, yet have an intact gag reflex, 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!


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    5 mins
  • Tamponade: An H&T Reversible Cause of Cardiac Arrest

    Tamponade: An H&T Reversible Cause of Cardiac Arrest
    Jun 20 2025

    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

    Practice ECG rhythms at Dialed Medics - https://dialedmedics.com/

    Free Prescription Discount Card - Download your free drug discount card to save money on prescription medications for you and your pets: https://safemeds.vip

    Pass ACLS Web Site - Episode archives & other ACLS-related podcasts: https://passacls.com

    @Pass-ACLS-Podcast on LinkedIn
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    5 mins
  • The Team Leader Role and Use of Quick Reference Cards

    The Team Leader Role and Use of Quick Reference Cards
    Jun 19 2025

    Two things have changed in recent years to aid students that don't use ACLS in their daily practice.

    1. The role of the team leader; and

    2. The ability to use your quick reference cards.

    The team leader is responsible for assigning tasks and overall direction of the team but can & should ask team members for help.

    Using closed-loop communication to ensure the clarity of orders 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

    Practice ECG rhythms at Dialed Medics - https://dialedmedics.com/

    Free Prescription Discount Card - Download your free drug discount card to save money on prescription medications for you and your pets: https://safemeds.vip

    Pass ACLS Web Site - Episode archives & other ACLS-related podcasts: https://passacls.com

    @Pass-ACLS-Podcast on LinkedIn
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    5 mins
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