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ACLS
AY-SEE-EL-ESS · noun · informal
Advanced Cardiac Life Support; the cardiac arrest protocol.
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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.”
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ACLS In A Sentence
Run the ACLS algorithm — he's in v-fib.
Origin & Usage
Initialism of 'Advanced Cardiac Life Support.'
People Also Ask
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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