Pediatric Advanced Life Support or Pediatric Advanced Life Support Renewal
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) is a classroom, video-based, Instructor-led course that uses a series of simulated pediatric emergencies to reinforce the important concepts of a systematic approach to pediatric assessment, basic life support, PALS treatment algorithms, effective resuscitation and team dynamics. The goal of the PALS training in Fort Collins is to improve the quality of care provided to seriously ill or injured children, resulting in improved outcomes.
PALS as described by the AHA:
The PALS course training in Fort Collins is for healthcare providers who respond to emergencies in infants and children. These include personnel in emergency response, emergency medicine, intensive care, and critical care units such as physicians, nurses, paramedics, and others who need a PALS course completion card for job or other requirements.
Course Content:
» 1- and 2-rescuer child CPR and AED use
» 1- and 2-rescuer infant CPR
» Cardiac, respiratory and shock case discussions and simulations
» Key changes in pediatric advanced life support, reflecting the new science from the 2010 American Heart Association Guidelines for Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and Emergency Cardiovascular Care
» Management of respiratory emergencies
» Resuscitation team concept
» Rhythm disturbances and electrical therapy
» Systematic Approach to Pediatric Assessment
» Vascular access
***When scheduling, make sure we have your email address, as there is a Pre-Course Test. You will bring this to class with you.
Successful course completion requirements:
Students who successfully complete the PALS Course in Fort Collins, including the following
components, will receive a PALS Provider Course Completion Card, valid for two years:
» Actively participate in, practice and complete all learning stations
» Complete the closed-book written exam with a minimum score of 84%
» Pass the 1- and 2-Rescuer Child BLS With AED and 1- and 2-Rescuer Infant
BLS Skills Tests
» Pass 2 PALS core case scenarios (1 cardiac and 1 respiratory or shock) as a team leader, and providing appropriate medical treatment and demonstrating effective team dynamics