Resuscitation Essentials

Emergency medicine and critical care

Video course

by Christopher R. Tainter, MD

Resuscitation is all about making rapid, life-saving decisions in the face of uncertainty. Algorithms give structure, but can’t cover every possible scenario. In this course, you’ll eschew one-size-fits-all algorithms and build a deep understanding of the pathophysiology and critical actions applicable to resuscitation, learning a step-by-step approach for managing any patient in cardiac arrest.

1h 28m

7 Quizzes

3 CME

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After completing this course, you will be able to

Recognize and address treatable causes of cardiac arrest
Perform and supervise optimal CPR
Interpret and categorize rhythms to guide resuscitation
Perform appropriate defibrillation
Use a rational approach to medication administration
Differentiate types of shock
Use pacemakers in the setting of a cardiac arrest or profound shock
Manage respiratory arrest
Differentiate between various acute coronary syndromes and how to treat them
Manage patients in cardiac arrest due to special circumstances (e.g., pregnancy, poisoning, hypothermia, and hyperthermia)
Lead an effective resuscitation
Practice ethical resuscitation—when to resuscitate and when not to resuscitate
Initiate appropriate post-cardiac arrest care
Provide support for staff and families during, and after, resuscitation

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Chapter 1

Circulatory shock

Kick off the course with a primer on circulatory shock. Here, you’ll learn to assess adequate perfusion, and cover the physiology and treatment strategies for various shock states.

7 lessons

11m

Circulatory shock intro

Assessing perfusion

Managing hypovolemic shock

Managing distributive shock

Managing cardiogenic shock

Managing obstructive shock

Managing mixed shock states

Circulatory shock quiz

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Chapter 2

Chest compressions

Optimize your CPR efforts. Learn about the ideal rate and depth of compressions, as well as the role of mechanical compression devices, and extracorporeal circulatory support.

7 lessons

10m

Chest compressions intro

Using proper technique

Performing the appropriate rate of compressions

Performing the appropriate depth of compressions

Minimizing interruptions

Using mechanical compression devices

Considering mechanical circulatory support

Chest compressions quiz

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Chapter 3

Airway and ventilation

In this chapter, you’ll cover the benefits and harms of artificial respiration. Learn all about airway manipulation, strategies for rescue ventilation, and end-tidal capnometry.

6 lessons

12m

Airway and ventilation intro

Opening the airway

Using positive pressure breathing

Performing assisted ventilation

Performing intubation

Using end-tidal capnometry

Airway and ventilation quiz

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Chapter 4

Rhythm disturbances

Here you learn how to differentiate between different dysrhythmias—including perfusing and non-perfusing rhythms, and discuss treatment options based on etiology.

9 lessons

19m

Rhythm disturbances intro

Approaching the non-perfusing patient

Managing wide complex tachycardias

Managing narrow complex tachycardias

Managing bradycardias

Managing pulseless electrical activity (PEA) and asystole

Performing cardioversion and defibrillation

Using vasopressors in cardiac arrest

Administering antidysrhythmics

Rhythm disturbances quiz

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Chapter 5

Special situations

Master the unexpected. In this chapter, you’ll learn about considerations and interventions targeted at the resuscitation of specific patient populations.

8 lessons

24m

Special situations intro

Resuscitating the pregnant patient

Managing the patient with hyperkalemia

Managing the patient with hyperthermia

Managing the patient with accidental hypothermia

Resuscitating the patient with toxic overdose

Managing traumatic arrest

Resuscitating the patient with a ventricular assist device

Special situations quiz

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Chapter 6

Putting it together

Lead resuscitation attempts like a pro. You’ll master strategies for maintaining structure, honing communication skills, and effectively leading a team through the process.

5 lessons

Putting it together intro

Maintaining structure

Leading a team

Communicating effectively

Debriefing

Putting it together quiz

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Chapter 7

Post-cardiac arrest care

Wrap up the course with a chapter about the importance of care provided after cardiac arrest, and how to optimize the likelihood of recovery.

7 lessons

Post-cardiac arrest care intro

Performing post-cardiac arrest care

Controlling temperature

Determining when to perform cardiac catheterization

Predicting outcomes after cardiac arrest

Supporting survivors

Post-cardiac arrest care quiz

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Resuscitation Essentials outro

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Teachers of this course

Christopher R. Tainter, MD

Dr. Tainter is an emergency medicine and critical care physician as well as a retired clinical professor from the Department of Anesthesiology, Division of Critical Care, University of California San Diego (USCD).

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Nora Drenaline

Emergency medicine and critical care

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All members receive a certificate for completing this course. For Pro members, the certificate comes with 3 CME credits.

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Winner of the Comenius EduMedia Medal
For outstanding digital education—Berlin 2013
Highly commended by the British Medical Association
Awarded in the digital category of the BMA Book Awards—London 2017
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For outstanding digital education—Berlin 2017
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What’s in it for you?

Master the most important skills

Learn any skill in under 5 hours

Save time and money

After completing this course, you will be able to

What's inside

Circulatory shock

Chest compressions

Airway and ventilation

Rhythm disturbances

Special situations

Putting it together

Post-cardiac arrest care

Claim your certificate

CME accredited

Winner of the Comenius EduMedia Medal

Highly commended by the British Medical Association

Winner of the Comenius EduMedia Seal

Internationally accredited

Trusted institutional partner

Top-rated by our learners