
Lethal arrhythmias are abnormal heart rhythms that prevent the heart from pumping blood effectively and will cause death within minutes if not treated. The most important are ventricular fibrillation (chaotic, disorganized electrical activity) and pulseless ventricular tachycardia, both of which produce no effective pulse.
These shockable rhythms are treated with immediate defibrillation combined with high-quality CPR. Other rhythms associated with cardiac arrest, such as asystole and pulseless electrical activity, are non-shockable and require CPR, epinephrine, and correction of reversible causes. Rapid recognition of the rhythm and the correct response is the central focus of advanced life support training.
CPR Certification Labs provides hands-on, American Heart Association–aligned CPR, BLS, ACLS, and PALS certification training to help providers master these life-saving skills.
Our technology delivers immediate, actionable feedback that refines your skills in real time.
Understand how to safely and effectively operate an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) for adults, children, and infants.
Learn how to perform the Heimlich maneuver and clear airway obstructions caused by choking in both adults and infants.
Gain experience working as part of a team when more than one rescuer is available during an emergency.
Receive your AHA CPR Certification E-Card on the same day you complete the class and pass the exam.
