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Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Certification Course

Chapter 1: Introduction
5 Topics
Who Should Study PALS?
Goals of the PALS Course
Learning Objectives
Prerequisites
PALS 2020 Update
Chapter 2: Basic Life Support (BLS) and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) for Infants and Children
4 Topics | 1 Quiz
Learning Objectives
Basic Life Support
Pediatric BLS for the Single Rescuer
Pediatric BLS for Two or More Rescuers
PALS Chapter 2 Quiz
Chapter 3: Systematic Approach to the Acutely Ill Child
10 Topics | 1 Quiz
Learning Objectives
Introduction to the Systematic Approach
PALS Systematic Approach
Understanding the PALS Systematic Approach Algorithm
Primary Assessment
Secondary Assessment
The Focused History
The Physical Exam
Ongoing Reassessment
Diagnostic Assessments
PALS Chapter 3 Quiz
Chapter 4: The Team in PALS
4 Topics | 1 Quiz
Learning Objectives
Introduction
The Roles of a Team
Communication
PALS Chapter 4 Quiz
Chapter 5: Diagnosing Cardiac Arrest
4 Topics | 1 Quiz
Learning Objectives
Avoiding Cardiac Arrest
Life-Threatening Conditions
Cardiac Arrest in Infants and Children
PALS Chapter 5 Quiz
Chapter 6: Managing Cardiac Arrest
6 Topics | 1 Quiz
Learning Objectives
High-Quality Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
PALS in Cardiac Arrest
The PALS Cardiac Arrest Algorithm
Identifying and Treating Potentially Reversible Causes of Cardiac Arrest
Special Considerations in Pediatric Cardiac Arrest
PALS Chapter 6 Quiz
Chapter 7: Diagnosing Respiratory Distress and Failure
5 Topics | 1 Quiz
Learning Objectives
Introduction
Conditions Associated With Respiratory Problems
Grading Respiratory Problems by Severity
Identifying Respiratory Problems
PALS Chapter 7 Quiz
Chapter 8: Managing Respiratory Distress and Failure
7 Topics | 1 Quiz
Learning Objectives
Introduction
Rescue Breathing
Initial Management of Respiratory Distress and Failure
Targeted Management of Respiratory Distress or Failure
Pediatric Opioid Overdose for Healthcare Providers (HCP)
Pediatric Opioid Overdose for Lay Rescuers
PALS Chapter 8 Quiz
Chapter 9: Diagnosing Shock
5 Topics | 1 Quiz
Learning Objectives
Introduction
Pathophysiology of Shock
Categories of Shock by Effect on Blood Pressure
Types of Shock
PALS Chapter 9 Quiz
Chapter 10: Managing Shock
7 Topics | 1 Quiz
Learning Objectives
Introduction
The Principles of Shock Management
General Management of Shock
Metabolic Disturbances
Management of the Different Types of Shock
Distributive Shock
PALS Chapter 10 Quiz
Chapter 11: Diagnosing PALS Arrhythmias
3 Topics | 1 Quiz
Learning Objectives
Bradyarrhythmias
Tachyarrhythmias
PALS Chapter 11 Quiz
Chapter 12: Managing PALS Arrhythmias
5 Topics | 1 Quiz
Learning Objectives
Pediatric Bradycardia Algorithm
Understanding the Pediatric Bradycardia Algorithm
Pediatric Tachycardia with a Pulse
Understanding the Tachycardia with a Pulse Algorithm
PALS Chapter 12 Quiz
Chapter 13: Post-Cardiac Arrest Care
7 Topics | 1 Quiz
Learning Objective
Introduction
PALS Post Cardiac Arrest Checklist
Respiratory System
Cardiovascular System
Management of Shock After ROSC
Neurologic System
PALS Chapter 13 Quiz
Chapter 14: Final Word
Chapter 15: PALS Skills Training
7 Topics
PALS Skills Videos
PALS Practice Exams
PALS Megacodes
PALS Algorithms
PALS Knowledge Base
PALS Flashcards
PALS Game
Chapter 16: Abbreviations Used in The Guide
Chapter 17: Glossary
PALS Final Exam
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Secondary Assessment

During this segment of the systematic approach to the seriously ill child, the provider concentrates on performing a focused history, performing a focused examination, as well as the ongoing assessment of the infant or child following interventions.

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