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Introduction:
Pediatric Advanced Life Support program is designed to cater to the needs of healthcare providers who are actively involved in emergency care for infants and children. It also benefits professionals working in emergency response, emergency medicine, intensive care, and critical care units. By focusing on the unique challenges and specific considerations associated with pediatric emergencies, this training equips participants with essential skills and knowledge to provide effective and specialized care to young patients in critical situations.
Pediatric Advanced Life Support Course Content:
- Perform high‐quality cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) as per American Heart Association (AHA) basic life support (BLS) recommendations.
- Differentiate between patients who do and do not require immediate intervention.
- Recognize cardiopulmonary arrest early and begin CPR within 10 seconds.
- Apply team dynamics.
- Differentiate between respiratory distress and failure.
- Perform early interventions for respiratory distress and failure.
- Differentiate between compensated and decompensated (hypotensive) shock.
- Perform early interventions for the treatment of shock.
- Differentiate between unstable and stable patients with arrhythmias.
- Describe clinical characteristics of instability in patients with arrhythmias.
- Implement post-cardiac arrest management.
Who Should attend?:
The Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) course is specifically designed for the following individuals:
- Healthcare providers who actively respond to emergencies involving infants and children.
- Personnel working in emergency response, emergency medicine, intensive care, and critical care units.
- This comprehensive training program focuses on equipping participants with the necessary skills and knowledge to effectively manage pediatric emergencies.
It is particularly beneficial for professionals who regularly encounter critical situations involving infants and children, ensuring they are prepared to deliver optimal care and support.
Learning Outcome:
The Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) course aims to provide participants with a comprehensive set of skills and knowledge to effectively respond to pediatric emergencies. The learning outcomes of the PALS course include:
- Proficiency in recognizing and interpreting common pediatric cardiac rhythms, including arrhythmias and bradycardia.
- Competence in performing high-quality pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and providing appropriate ventilation.
- Skill in utilizing various airway management techniques specific to infants and children, including using advanced airway devices.
- Proficiency in administering pediatric-specific medications, such as vasopressors and antiarrhythmics, following established algorithms.
- Ability to lead and effectively coordinate a pediatric resuscitation team, assigning roles and responsibilities during emergencies.
- Knowledge and application of specialized techniques for defibrillation, synchronized cardioversion, and transcutaneous pacing in pediatric patients.
- Understanding and utilization of pediatric-specific algorithms and protocols for managing respiratory distress, shock, and other critical conditions.
- Understanding and utilization of ACLS algorithms and protocols for managing specific cardiac conditions, such as acute coronary syndromes and stroke.
- Familiarity with the use of specialized equipment, including automated external defibrillators (AEDs), pulse oximeters, and capnography devices.
- Enhanced communication and teamwork skills to facilitate effective collaboration during critical situations.
- Proficiency in post-resuscitation care and stabilization, including the ability to identify and manage potential complications.
By attaining these learning outcomes, participants are equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge to provide advanced cardiovascular life support in emergency settings, ultimately contributing to improved patient care and survival rates.
Course Delivery:
Points To Note:
- Accreditation: American Heart Association (AHA), American Safety and Health Institute (ASHI).
- Cost - Depends on the mode of study you choose.
- Schedules For respective accreditations: Accreditation: AHA - 2 days - Every Monday and Tuesday & Accreditation: ASHI - 2 days - As Per The Requirements.
- Schedules: Every Wednesday and Thursday are assigned for Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - AHA.
Upcoming Batch / Course Calendar:
Course Name | Course Duration | New Batch Start Dates |
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Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) | AHA - 2 days | Every Monday and Tuesdays |
ASHI - 2 days | As Per The Requirements |