APSF Technology Education Initiative (TEI) : Manual External Defibrillation, Cardioversion, and Pacing (MEDCP)
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This course consists of eight topics designed to empower the anesthesia professional with the knowledge and skill set to care for patients experiencing life threatening advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS) events requiring the use of a manual external defibrillator (MED). The eight topics are: 1) Introduction to Manual External Defibrillation, Cardioversion, and Pacing (MEDCP), 2) Technical Aspects of Defibrillators, 3) Types of Defibrillator Waveforms, 4) Placing Defibrillator Pads, 5) Electrocardiogram Interpretation and Therapy Selection, 6) Defibrillation, 7) Synchronized Cardioversion, and 8) Transcutaneous Pacing.
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Courses are available to any learner at no cost. All courses are delivered through the ASA learning management system.Completion of the MEDCP course satisfies requirements for 3 CME credits including safety designation and 2 MOCA QI points.
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ADDITIONAL RESOURCES ON MANUAL EXTERNAL DEFIBRILLATION, CARDIOVERSION, AND PACING
- American Heart Association (AHA)
The most recent guidelines (2020) for cardiopulmonary resuscitation and emergency cardiovascular care from the American Heart Association. These guidelines detail recommendations for the use of the manual external defibrillator (defibrillation, synchronized cardioversion, and transcutaneous pacing) in the different ACLS algorithms. - European Resuscitation Council (ERC)
The most recent guidelines (2021) for cardiopulmonary resuscitation and emergency cardiovascular care from the European Resuscitation Council. These guidelines detail their recommendations regarding the use of the manual external defibrillator in advanced life support. Specific details include information on pad placement, energy recommendations, and more. - Heart Rhythm Society (HRS)
The most recent guidelines (2011) regarding the management of patients with cardiovascular implantable electronic devices (CIEDs) during and after surgical or medical procedures. These recommendations detail specific situations surrounding the use of the external manual defibrillator in patients with an internal device.
MANUAL EXTERNAL DEFIBRILLATION, CARDIOVERSION AND PACING VENDORS IN THE US
Philips
Stryker
ZOLL
APSF does not promote or recommend any particular device or manufacturer. APSF does partner with companies interested in supporting the APSF mission through membership in the APSF Corporate Advisory Council. Links to manufacturer websites are provided by APSF partners and intended to provide a convenience for professionals interested in additional education on specific devices. For completeness, APSF also provides the names of companies who supply in the United States technology relevant to the educational topic.
CME Accreditation and Designation Statements
This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through the joint providership of the American Society of Anesthesiologists and the Anesthesia Patient Safety Foundation. The American Society of Anesthesiologists is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
The American Society of Anesthesiologists designates this live activity for a maximum of 3 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Maintenance of Certification in Anesthesiology® program and MOCA® are registered certification marks of The American Board of Anesthesiology®. MOCA 2.0® is a trademark of the American Board of Anesthesiology®.
This activity contributes to the patient safety CME requirement for the CME component of the American Board of Anesthesiology’s (ABA) redesigned Maintenance of Certification in Anesthesiology® (MOCA®) program, known as MOCA 2.0®.
This activity contributes to the Quality Improvement (QI) component of the American Board of Anesthesiology’s (ABA) redesigned Maintenance of Certification in Anesthesiology Program® (MOCA®), known as MOCA 2.0™. Earn up to 2 QI points for the completion of the activity.
