RSTH 411 - Advanced Cardiac Life Support

Institution:

University of Southern California

Subject:

Description:

Principles and techniques of advanced emergency cardiac care: review of basic CPR, endotracheal intubation, and the use of airway adjuncts. Monitoring and dysrhythmia recognition. Essential and useful drugs for cardiac life support. Intravenous techniques. Appropriate use of devices for elective cardioversion or defibrillation, stabilization, and transportation. Use of circulatory adjuncts. Acid-base balance, drug therapy, and therapeutic interventions.

Credits:

2.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.usc.edu/

Phone Number:

(213) 740-2311

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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