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Learn How to Provide Comprehensive Paediatric Emergency Support Enrol in the Paediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) course, which is a comprehensive program designed to provide you with the skills and knowledge necessary to handle paediatricemergencies.
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Day 1 |
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8:00-8:10 Welcome, Introductions, and Course Administration 8:10-8:15 Lesson 1: PALS Course Overview 8:15-8:30 Lesson 2: Overview of PALS Science |
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Divide class into 2 groups |
Lesson 3 BLS Practice and Competency Testing |
Lesson 4 Management of Respiratory Emergencies |
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8:30-9:30 |
Group 1 |
Group 2 |
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9:30-9:40 |
Break |
Break |
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9:40-10:40 |
Group 2 |
Group 1 |
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Divide class into 2 groups |
Lesson 5 Rhythm Disturbances/ Electrical Therapy |
Lesson 6 Vascular Access |
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10:40-11:10 |
Group 2 |
Group 1 |
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11:10-11:40 |
Group 1 |
Group 2 |
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11:40-12:30 |
Lunch |
Lunch |
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One large group 12:30-1:00 Lesson 7: Resuscitation Team Concept 1:00-1:10 Lesson 8: Overview of Pediatric Assessment 1:10-1:20 Lesson 9A-C: Overview of Learning Stations 1:20-1:40 Lesson 9D: Core Case Discussion: Respiratory Cases 1 and 2 1:40-1:50 Break |
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Divide class into 2 groups |
Lesson 9D Core Case Simulations Respiratory Cases 1 and 2 |
Lesson 9D Core Case Simulations Respiratory Cases 1 and 2 |
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1:50-2:30 |
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Group 2 |
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One large group 2:30-2:50 Lesson 9D: Core Case Discussion: Respiratory Cases 3 and 4 |
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Divide class into 2 groups |
Lesson 9D Core Case Simulations Respiratory Cases 3 and 4 |
Lesson 9D Core Case Simulations Respiratory Cases 3 and 4 |
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2:50-3:30 |
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Group 2 |
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One large group 3:30-3:50 Lesson 9E: Core Case Discussion: Shock Cases 5 and 6 |
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Divide class into 2 groups |
Lesson 9E Core Case Simulations Shock Cases 5 and 6 |
Lesson 9E Core Case Simulations Shock Cases 5 and 6 |
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3:50-4:30 |
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Group 2 |
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4:30 End of Day 1 |
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Day 2 |
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8:00-8:15 Welcome and Coffee One large group 8:15-8:35 Lesson 9E: Core Case Discussion: Shock Cases 7 and 8 |
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Divide class into 2 groups |
Lesson 9E Core Case Simulations Shock Cases 7 and 8 |
Lesson 9E Core Case Simulations Shock Cases 7 and 8 |
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8:35-9:15 |
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Group 2 |
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One large group 9:15-9:35 Lesson 9F: Core Case Discussion: Cardiac Cases 9 and 10 |
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Divide class into 2 groups |
Lesson 9F Core Case Simulations Cardiac Cases 9 and 10 |
Lesson 9F Core Case Simulations Cardiac Cases 9 and 10 |
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9:35-10:15 |
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Group 2 |
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One large group 10:15-10:25 Break 10:25-10:45 Lesson 9F: Core Case Discussion: Cardiac Cases 11 and 12 |
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Divide class into 2 groups |
Lesson 9F Core Case Simulations Cardiac Cases 11 and 12 |
Lesson 9F Core Case Simulations Cardiac Cases 11 and 12 |
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10:45-11:25 |
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Group 2 |
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2 groups |
Lesson 10 Putting It All Together |
Lesson 10 Putting It All Together |
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11:25-12:25 |
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Group 2 |
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One large group 12:25-1:10 Lunch 1:10-1:15 Lesson 11: Course Summary and Testing Details 1:15-2:00 Lesson 12: Written Exam |
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Divide class into 2 groups |
Lesson 13 PALS Core Case Test 1 Cardiac Cases 9-12 |
Lesson 14 PALS Core Case Test 2 Respiratory Cases 1-4 Shock Cases 5-8 |
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2:00-3:00 |
Group 1 |
Group 2 |
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3:00-4:00 |
Group 2 |
Group 1 |
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
Recognize and manage respiratory arrest in pediatric patients using appropriate resuscitation techniques.
Demonstrate appropriate intravenous (IV) and intraosseous (IO) access techniques during pediatric emergencies.
Interpret basic 12-lead ECG findings and identify common electrical rhythm disturbances.
Apply pediatric resuscitation algorithms to guide assessment and emergency management.
Recognize and manage pulseless ventricular tachycardia (pVT) and ventricular fibrillation (VF) according to resuscitation guidelines.
Assess and manage pediatric bradycardia and tachycardia using evidence-based interventions.
Identify indications, dosages, routes, and precautions for medications commonly used in pediatric resuscitation.
Implement appropriate post-cardiac arrest care to optimize patient outcomes.
Upon successful completion of the course, participants will be able to:
Identify signs of respiratory and cardiac arrest and initiate appropriate resuscitation measures.
Demonstrate safe and effective IV/IO access techniques in pediatric patients.
Interpret basic ECG rhythms and differentiate between common life-threatening arrhythmias.
Apply the appropriate pediatric resuscitation algorithm based on the patient's clinical condition.
Demonstrate the management of VF/pVT, including high-quality CPR, defibrillation, and indicated medications.
Differentiate between bradycardia and tachycardia and initiate appropriate management according to pediatric resuscitation algorithms.
Calculate and administer pediatric resuscitation medications safely according to weight-based dosing recommendations.
Describe and initiate essential post-cardiac arrest interventions, including respiratory, hemodynamic, and neurological monitoring.
You have to attend the course to obtain the certificate.