ACLS algorithms made simple | ACLS-Algorithms.com

Comments

  1. jenifer Long says

    I have used this program for my last 5 ACLS certifications. The hospital nurse educator originally suggested it and I have been using it and recommending it ever since. It is the best prep for ACLS and real-life emergency management I’ve ever used. Most of all it was so clearly and logically presented that it made the whole prep a breeze and entertaining. I also really appreciated that Jeff was always available to help, even with the non-nursing stuff like resetting my password etc. I always got a call or text back from him whenever I reached out with questions which is another reason this is such a wonderful program.

    Thank you again Jeff !

  2. Angie H says

    I stumbled upon this website a few days ago. I took advantage of every review, test and scenario that was presented. Excellent website to use. Easy to navigate, relevant and thorough. Well worth the purchase. A definite to keep on hand for reviewing.

    • ACLS says

      Maybe this analogy will help:

      Second-Degree Heart Block Type 1 (Mobitz I)
      Imagine a train system where trains (P-waves) arrive at a station, but the train that is supposed to leave (QRS complex) gets progressively delayed. Eventually, the delay becomes so long that the train misses its departure entirely. After this missed departure, the delay resets, and the process starts again. This represents the progressive prolongation of the PR interval until a P-wave is not followed by a QRS complex, which is characteristic of Mobitz I.

      Second-Degree Heart Block Type 2 (Mobitz II)
      Imagine a train system where trains (P-waves) regularly arrive at a station, but sometimes the train (QRS complex) that is supposed to leave the station doesn’t show up. The trains keep arriving on schedule, but some departures are missed without warning. This represents the unpredictable dropped beats in Mobitz II.

      Third-Degree Heart Block
      Think of two separate train systems: one for the trains arriving at the station (P-waves) and another for the trains leaving (QRS complexes). These two systems operate independently, with no coordination between arrivals and departures. This represents the complete dissociation between atrial and ventricular rhythms in third-degree heart block.

      Now let’s look at the real deal.

      Second-Degree Heart Block Type 1 (Mobitz I)

      • Description: This condition involves a progressive delay in the electrical impulses reaching the ventricles, typically due to issues within the AV node.
      • Characteristics: Gradual prolongation of the PR interval until a P-wave is not followed by a QRS complex, often resulting in an irregular R-R interval.
      • Risk: Generally considered benign and less likely to progress to third-degree heart block compared to Mobitz II, though it may require treatment if symptomatic.

      Second-Degree Heart Block Type 2 (Mobitz II)

      • Description: This condition involves intermittent failure of electrical impulses to reach the ventricles, often due to structural damage in the His-Purkinje system.
      • Characteristics: Non-conducted P-waves without PR prolongation, fixed PR interval in conducted beats, and often wide QRS complexes.
      • Risk: Can progress to third-degree heart block, leading to severe complications.

      Third-Degree Heart Block

      • Description: Complete blockage of electrical impulses from the atria to the ventricles, requiring an escape rhythm.
      • Characteristics: P-waves and QRS complexes are unrelated, leading to a slow and potentially irregular heartbeat.
      • Risk: Symptoms include dizziness, fainting, and shortness of breath; requires immediate medical attention and often a pacemaker.

      I hope that helps you get a better understanding.

      Kind regards,
      Jeff

  3. Angela Loppe says

    Was great help for me to review and renew my ACLS. Still working on completing my PALS, so using it repeatedly. Easy acess and easy to use. Shared the name of this course with friends and coworkers, encouraging them to use it also.
    Angela Loppe RN BSN

  4. James Piotrowski says

    Jeff,
    I have taken this course fo the last 6 years and passed ACLS each time .I am in neurosurgery so EKGs, hearts are not areas I spend time on except for this course .
    I took the ACLS course on Tuesday and again passed beating my last test score. This is the best ACLS prep course on the market . Thank you for providing a comprehensive course that is easy to master. I’ll be back in two years.

    James R Piotrowski, MS, PA-C

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

I accept the Privacy Policy