msmedic_student

Thanks for your input on the situation. ACLS is hard enough sometimes (esp. when your new). I like as much help as I can get esp. from the guys who have been out there for awhile. Have a good one!

First, I would like to say hey to everyone because I am new here and this is my first post. Also, I would like to ask everyone what their thoughts are of the new ACLS protocols for the tx of VFIB and pulse less VTACH. I am a medic student at the end of my second semester, and we are finishing Cardiology,Pharmacology, and Medical Emergencies. During my experiences in the field as a "student" the seasoned medics (of which I all respect, for their continued help and constructive criticism) are still doing the current protocols. Which in a code situation is some what confusing in contrast to what we are learning. The teachers insist on us learning the new way because it's the way that we will be tested on the National Registry. There is not much difference in the two protocols, I was just wondering what every body's thoughts were on the subject. Thanks in advance for the input and once again I am glad to be a member.