General
acls
What does acls mean?
A set of clinical algorithms and interventions for managing cardiac arrest and serious arrhythmias, including drugs and defibrillation.
"Run the ACLS algorithm — he's in v-fib."
Origin
Initialism of 'Advanced Cardiac Life Support.'
Frequently asked questions
What does ACLS stand for?
ACLS stands for 'Advanced Cardiac Life Support' — algorithms and interventions for managing cardiac arrest and serious arrhythmias.
What does ACLS include?
It covers treatments such as defibrillation, resuscitation drugs, and structured algorithms for rhythms like ventricular fibrillation.
How is ACLS different from ALS?
ACLS specifically focuses on cardiac emergencies, while ALS is the broader tier of advanced prehospital care.
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