Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)

Speciality Pediatrics - Genetics

Organizer Najeeb Al Othman Othman

CME/CPD Provider Kuwait Medical Training Society


Scheduled date(s):

From 01 July 2021 To 02 July 2021

From 30 June 2021 To 01 July 2021

From 29 June 2021 To 30 June 2021

From 28 June 2021 To 29 June 2021

From 27 June 2021 To 28 June 2021

From 26 June 2021 To 27 June 2021

From 24 June 2021 To 25 June 2021

From 23 June 2021 To 24 June 2021

From 22 June 2021 To 23 June 2021


Aims And Objectives

The American Heart Association’s PALS instructor-led classroom course enhances healthcare providers’ skills in the treatment of pediatric arrest and peri-arrest patients. The goal of the PALS Course is to improve the quality of care provided to seriously ill or injured children, resulting in improved outcomes. The course uses a series of simulated pediatric emergencies to teach and reinforce the important concepts of a systematic approach to pediatric assessment, basic life support, PALS treatment algorithms, effective resuscitation, and team dynamics.


Content Outline

Key changes in PALS, reflecting the new science from the 2010 American Heart Association Guidelines for Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and Emergency Cardiovascular Care. • 1-and-2-rescuer child CPR and AED use • 1-and-2-rescuer infant CPR • Management of respiratory emergencies • Rhythm disturbances and electrical therapy • Vascular access • Resuscitation team concept • Cardiac, respiratory, and shock case discussions and simulations • systematic approach to Pediatric Assessment


Target Audience

Pediatricians and other health care providers who are responsible for responding to emergencies in infants and children


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