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Oct 24, 2007 12:37 PM

Confused

by LPN4U

I am so confused. I applied to a LTC facility and they require a BCLS within 90 days of hire. What is the difference between BCLS and regular CPR? I'm just having a blond moment---no pon intended. Please help. Thanks

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No. 1
from coadestone
Old Oct 24, 2007, 12:45 PM

Nurse Re: Confused
I had my CPR certification when I got a job at a hospital.
They told me I had to get my BLS certification which I think is
geared more towards healthcare professionals. My hospital
got me in the class and paid for it.
Hope this helps.
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No. 2
from LPN4U
Old Oct 24, 2007, 12:48 PM

Default Re: Confused
Oh ok thank you so much. I went on the american redcross website and they want $70 for the class. Hopefully this hospital will do the same and over me the class and pay as well.
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from Tweety
Old Oct 24, 2007, 05:28 PM

Default Re: Confused
There is "BLS" wihich is CPR "basic life support". And "ACLS" which is advanced. But what is BCLS??
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No. 4
from wtbcrna
Old Oct 24, 2007, 07:12 PM

Default Re: Confused
Originally Posted by Tweety View Post
There is "BLS" wihich is CPR "basic life support". And "ACLS" which is advanced. But what is BCLS??
Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS).
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