Advanced Resuscitation Training (ART): Designing an Institutional, Integrated Resuscitation Program

Fee: $115

How did the University of California San Diego (UCSD) Medical Center triple neurologically intact survival rates while cutting non-ICU arrests in half, and significantly reducing costs? It implemented the award-winning Advanced Resuscitation Training (ART) program, designed by Dr. Davis, an EMS base station physician and Director of the UCSD Resuscitation Science and Training Institute. The ART program can serve as a model for other institutions and EMS agencies that seek to take a more active role in teaching and monitoring resuscitation. This session, designed for all levels of healthcare providers, focuses on inpatient resuscitation, including rapid response concepts and role-specific training, and is flexible to allow integration with existing competencies and treatment algorithms.

A Masters Class for Master Teachers (and Those Who Aspire to Be!)

8:00 AM - 12:00 p.m. (repeated Wednesday, 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.)

Fee: $115

ECCU attracts instructors and leaders with thousands of hours of experience. Their stories of success and failure are rich sources of insight. At their 2008 session at ECCU, Tony and Ed experienced what happens when a group of inspired teachers come together. The participants' stories showed what it takes to make lasting change in beliefs and behaviors. Afterward, participants noted how few opportunities there were for master teachers to share in this type of forum. Peppered among the participants were aspiring masters, with questions that added fuel to the discussion. We've changed the name and flavor of this popular workshop to reflect this experience. Join us and ask yourself: How can I leave this group richer as a result of my contribution? We'll uncover the 'why' behind the 'what' and the 'how' of effective and ineffective training.

Establishing and Sustaining PAD Programs at Theme Parks and Other Mass Gatherings

9:00 AM - 12:00 p.m., followed by free time at SeaWorld

Fee: $115
Includes transportation to SeaWorld, refreshments and free admission to the park (park admission is a value of $70). Limited to first 50 people

Establishing PAD programs at places of mass gatherings such as at theme parks have challenges all their own. Visit the training center at SeaWorld in San Diego and discover first-hand how this popular tourist attraction keeps guests and employees safe through a highly successful PAD program and employee first-aid/CPR/AED training that has already earned two saves. Learn how important outside partnerships are in creating and maintaining effective programs, including AED vendor relationships, regulatory issues, documentation and designation as an official training site. The center's staff teaches at least 200 employees in CPR/AED and Basic First Aid each year. After the session, all participants will be admitted into SeaWorld for the rest of the day. (Note: Transportation is provided from the Hyatt to SeaWorld; SeaWorld closes at 5:00 p.m. and attendees will be responsible for transportation back to the hotel via cabs or other means.)

Military Training Network: Update 2010

Fee: $115

Join the Military Training Network (MTN) for a joint service exchange of techniques, experiences and best practices to help you meet your training program challenges. Program directors and program administrators from MTN's affiliated training sites will have a unique opportunity to network with Tri-Service national faculty, MTN staff and peers to enhance and expand skills and energize existing programs. This year's session features three focus areas: sustainability, professional development and technology.

• Explore strategies for balancing the resuscitative medicine training needs of garrison and deployed personnel
• Learn from the experts how to navigate the MTN website to your full advantage
• Understand how your training site fits into the Military Training Network
• Learn how the new 2010 AHA guidelines will impact you

Implementing School-Based PAD Programs

Fee: $115

Learn 10 key components in creating a successful and sustainable school-based program. Explore best practice models and novel approaches for incorporating CPR, AED and SCA awareness training into your school curricula. You'll learn about:

• Project ADAM (Automated Defibrillators in Adam's Memory)—a model for developing school PAD programs, with templates/resources for establishing these programs
• Special considerations for schools in ensuring the safety of students at high-risk for SCA, including sports
• Developing emergency action plans and individual education plans
• Tips for funding and raising revenues

Using Social Media to Create a Cultural Shift in CPR

Fee: $115

Technology and the use of social media are rapidly evolving. Our practices need to keep pace with consumers' preferred ways of receiving messages and engaging one another. These evolving methods of interacting, learning and communicating are also opportunities for us to reach and enlighten a much larger audience. Sudden cardiac arrest care practitioners historically have struggled with increasing awareness and motivating the lay community to action for SCA emergencies. Another challenge has been translating the science into practical application that can be understood and resonate with the lay consumer. Hands-Only CPR and CPR Week case studies will be presented that illustrate the following principles:

• Creating a 'sticky message'
• Key principles of social media
• Engaging communities with social media
• Measuring outcomes