The Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) course is an advanced, instructor-led training designed for healthcare professionals. It teaches participants how to effectively recognize and intervene in pediatric emergencies—such as respiratory distress, shock, and cardiopulmonary arrest—using high-performance team dynamics and evidence-based resuscitation algorithms.
Course Curriculum & Skills Covered
- Recognition and Management: Systematic approach to rapidly assess and treat critically ill infants and children.
- Respiratory Emergencies: Identifying and treating upper/lower airway obstructions, lung tissue disease, and disordered control of breathing.
- Shock & Arrest: Managing compensated and decompensated shock, interpreting core cardiac arrhythmias, and post-cardiac arrest care.
- Technical Skills: High-quality CPR, defibrillation, electrical therapies, and intraosseous (IO) vascular access.
- Team Dynamics: Fostering effective communication and clearly defined roles during high-stress resuscitation codes