Basic Life Support for Adults
Adult Basic Life Support Algorithm for Healthcare Provider#
AED = automated external defibrillator
ALS = advanced life support
BLS = basic life support
CPR = cardiopulmonary resuscitation
Related Pages#
- Medical Disorders
- Medical Emergencies
References/Websites#
- References
- Greenwood M, et al. General medicine and surgery for dental practitioners: part 2. Medical emergencies in dental practice: the drug box, equipment and basic principles of management. BDJ. 2014;216(11):633-637.
- Greenwood M. General medicine and surgery for dental practitioners: part 3. Management of specific medical emergencies in dental practice. BDJ. 2014;217(1):21-26.
- Haas DA. Preparing dental office staff members for emergencies. Developing a basic action plan JADA. 2010;141(5 suppl):8S-13S.
- Rosenberg M. Preparing for medical emergencies. The essential drugs and equipment for the dental office. JADA. 2010;141(5 suppl):14S-19S.
- Jevon P. Medical emergencies in the dental practice poster: revised and updated. BDJ. 2020;229(2):97-104.
- Websites