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I have a quick question. I recently started working in a busy 25 bed SICU that recovers aprox 1000 CABG's a year. I have previously worked in a CCU where a CABG was 1:1 for the first 6 hours, however at my new job a fresh CABG is frequently my second,and in yesterdays case, my third.... Is this ridiculous to anyone else? These aren't "easy" hearts, pts all come out on epi, neo, nitro, dobutrex, require lyte and blood replacement frequently. I'm supposed to manage this pt, two others (one on vent with drips) and extubate my heart in 6 hours? Some input would be appreciated here guys, tell me if I just need to suck it up and become super nurse. Thanks

I found one at a local hospital thats next week, they must've been hiding it from me but thanks for all the great information guys, much appreciated.

Hey guys I am looking to get my ACLS certification but I need it ASAP. I can not find a class around my location in the time frame that I need it in. Here is my question, are these online certification websites legitimate? Does anyone have any experience dealing with these sites? Any help/advice would be greatly appreciated. Thanks