Mock Codes

Course Overview

This course will provide the learners with the critical skills necessary to respond and manage a Code Blue/Rapid Response situation in a clinical setting. The learners will demonstrate effective basic life support (BLS) skills, ACLS Advanced Cardiac Life support) and PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) according to the American Heart Association guidelines.

Learning Outcomes

1. Identify the immediate recognition of a cardiac arrest or change in patient condition requiring a rapid response team.
2. Demonstrate effective life support skills i.e.: CPR, BVM and AED application.
3. Integrate effective communication skills and team dynamics during the rapid response or resuscitation.