ACLS EP Resource Set EP Manual, Resource Text

The AHA’s ACLS EP Course has been updated to reflect the 2015 AHA Guidelines for CPR and ECC. In addition
to the 2015 AHA Guidelines CPR and ECC, ACLS EP has continued basis on
· 2013 American College of Cardiology Foundation (ACCF)/AHA Guidelines for the Management of STElevation Myocardial Infarction and the
· 2012 ACCF/AHA Focused Update of the Guideline for the Management of Patients With Unstable Angina/Non–ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction

The goal of ACLS EP is improving outcomes in complex cardiovascular, respiratory, and other (e.g., metabolic,
toxicologic) emergencies by expanding on core ACLS guidelines using critical thinking and decision-making
strategies. Through instruction and active participation in case-based scenarios, students enhance their skills in
the differential diagnosis and treatment of pre-arrest, arrest, and post-arrest patients.

After successfully completing the ACLS EP Course, students should be able to
· Demonstrate proficiency in providing BLS care, including prioritizing chest compressions and integrating use of an AED
· Recognize and manage respiratory arrest
· Recognize and manage cardiac arrest until termination of resuscitation or transfer of care, including post– cardiac arrest care
· Demonstrate effective communication as leader or member of a resuscitation team and recognize the impact of team dynamics on overall team performance
· Apply the systematic approach to assessment, evaluation, and management of complex cardiovascular, respiratory, and other emergencies

The ACLS EP Manual and Resource Text contains all of the information students need to successfully complete
the Instructor-led, classroom ACLS EP Course. It is for use by a single student, and as a reference tool before,
during, and after the course. The manual also contains information need to access the ACLS EP student website,
including the ACLS EP Online Exam (must pass with score of 84% or higher). Candidates have 2 attempts to
pass the exam before they are required to purchase another exam key.

Following are the specifications for the ACLS EP Manual and Resource Text:

• 8.375” x 10.875” manual
• Includes 480 pages of full-color images and text
• Bound within a full-color soft cover
• Shrink-wrapped
• Includes:
  • ACLS EP Systematic Approach Pocket Reference Card
    • 4” x 6.5”, one-panel, printed front and back
    • Printed on 80# cover text
    • Laminated
  • ACLS Pocket Reference Cards (AHA product #15-1007; also sold separately)
    • Set of two cards includes:
      • ACLS Cardiac Arrest, Arrhythmias & Their Treatment (3 panels/6 pages; accordion fold)
      • ACLS Acute Coronary Syndromes and Stroke (4 panels/8 pages; accordion fold)
  • 4” x 6.5” when folded
• Full-color
• Printed on 80# cover text
• Laminated
• Shrink-wrapped

The ACLS EP Course is for seasoned healthcare providers who manage complex cardiovascular, respiratory,
and other emergencies; those who are proficient in performing BLS and ACLS skills, reading and interpreting
ECGs, understanding ACLS pharmacology; and who regularly lead or participate in emergency assessment
and treatment of prearrest, arrest, or postarrest patients. This audience includes physicians, paramedics, and
emergency department or critical care nurses. Also, the Course Director may allow other professionals who
are deeply involved in the field of resuscitation, including scientists, educators, and researchers, to take this
course.

Continuing Education Accreditation – Emergency Medical Services
This continuing education activity is approved by the American Heart Association, an organization accredited by
the Commission on Accreditation of Pre-Hospital Continuing Education (CAPCE), for 6.75 Advanced CEHs,
activity number 17-AMHA-F2-0026.

By claiming CAPCE credit, the claimant acknowledges the following: I understand that the American Heart
Association as a requirement of CAPCE accreditation will submit a record of my course completions to the
CAPCE AMS. I further understand that my course completion records may be accessed by or shared with such
regulators as state EMS offices, training officers, and NREMT on a password-protected, need-to-know basis. In
addition, I understand that I may review my record of CAPCE-accredited course completions by contacting
CAPCE.

**CAPCE credit must be claimed within 6 months of participation. CME/CE credit will no longer be available once
the six-month credit claiming period has elapsed.

ISBN: 978-1-61669-644-3