A NEW ALGORITHM FOR CPR TRAINING - STRENGTHENING THE CHAIN OF SURVIVAL - Course Introduction/Attestation

Sep 23, 2026

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A course activity explains a pilot program for CPR training for inpatient clinicians, addressing persistent gaps in outcomes after cardiac arrest despite guideline changes. The purpose is to share experience and positive outcomes from a program that used the 2005 CPR guidelines and a new training algorithm for advanced CPR, with more frequent, clinician-specific training tied to performance improvement data. Completion and credit require reading the course introduction, reviewing materials, completing an online post-test with a score of 80% or higher, and submitting required evaluation forms for continuing education credit.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryHealthcare

FormatPDF

Pages40

Reading Time1 h 41 min

AccessFree to download

Course Introduction/Attestation

Intended Audience

Statement of Need

Method of Participation

Accreditation

Credit Designation

Terminology

Introduction

Novel Training Program

Training Issues

Outcomes

Conclusion

Post Test

Test Answer Form

Instructions for Accessing the Course Online

Suggested Reading

Continuing Medical Education Activity Evaluation Form

Nursing Educational Activity Evaluation Form

Respiratory Care Educational Activity Evaluation Form

A NEW ALGORITHM FOR CPR TRAINING: STRENGTHENING THE CHAIN OF SURVIVAL Designated for 1 Hour of Category 1 Continuing Medical Education Credit Designated for 1 Contact Hour of Continuing Nursing Education Designated for 1 Contact Hour of Continuing Respiratory Care Education A N E W A L G O R I T H M F O R C P R T R A I N I N G The producers of this program disclaim any liability and/or loss resulting from the information contained in this program. This program is not a replacement for individual medical counseling or treatment, and may not reflect the most current medical procedures in every case. All medically related information in this program is provided solely for educational purposes and should not be used for treatment of any condition without the advice and supervision of a licensed and qualified physician. The viewer specifically agrees to indemnify and hold Medcom, Inc., the creators, producers and distributors of this program harmless against any and all claims or liabilities arising out of the use of any information provided in this program by the viewer or by anyone directly or indirectly obtaining such information through the viewer. All brands are trademarks of their respective owners. Continuing Education for Nurses Medcom/Trainex is accredited as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.* Medcom/Trainex is accredited as a provider of continuing nursing education by the California Board of Registered Nursing (provider number CEP 9888), and the Florida Board of Nursing (provider number 50-1285) . *Accreditation refers to recognition of educational activities only and does not imply Commission on Accreditation approval or endorsement of any product. Continuing Education for Physicians Medcom/Trainex is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians. Continuing Education for Substance Abuse Counseling Professionals Medcom/Trainex is accredited by the NAADAC, The Association for Addiction Professionals, provider number 651, to provide continuing education for alcohol and drug abuse counselors. Copyright, ZOLL 2012. This activity is valid for continuing education credit through December, 2015. A New Algorithm for CPR Training Strengthening the Chain of Survival 341000 T A b L E O F C O N T E N T s Course Introduction/Attestation ........................................................................ 4 Terminology....................................................................................................... 7 Introduction....................................................................................................... 8 Novel Training Program ..................................................................................... 9 Training Issues.................................................................................................. 12 Outcomes......................................................................................................... 22 Conclusion....................................................................................................... 27 Post Test ........................................................................................................... 28 Test Answer Form ............................................................................................ 31 Instructions for Accessing the Course Online................................................... 32 Suggested Reading............................................................................................ 33 Continuing Medical Education Activity Evaluation Form................................ 34 Nursing Educational Activity Evaluation Form ................................................ 35 Respiratory Care Educational Activity Evaluation Form................................... 37

FAQs

Who is this CPR training activity intended for?

The activity is developed for physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals who may be called upon to perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation in the hospital environment.

What is the purpose of the pilot program described in the course?

It presents experience and positive outcomes from a pilot program that incorporated the 2005 CPR guidelines and a new training algorithm for advanced CPR, using more frequent training tailored to clinician needs and linked to performance improvement data.

What is required to complete the activity and receive continuing education credit?

Learners must read the Course Introduction/Attestation section in full, read the course material, complete the online post-test with a score of 80% or greater, and submit the online activity evaluation form.

Sep 23, 2026

Uploaded by Cipher