In this episode, we delve into a simulated emergency scenario to refresh and reinforce Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) skills. The setting involves Mr. Williams, a 63-year-old with multiple comorbidities, who presents to the ER with heart palpitations that escalate into a much more severe condition.

The episode covers the progression of his condition and escalation of care that includes things like synchronized cardioversion, defibrillation and medications. If you are nervous about your ACLS certification, want to refresh your memory, or simply want to understand what’s happening during a code, you definitely want to hit play on this episode!

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