Paediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
Paediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) is a specialised clinical training programme designed to prepare healthcare professionals for the effective management of critically ill infants and children. This course develops the practical skills and theoretical understanding necessary for high-quality resuscitation, teamwork, and post-resuscitation care in emergency settings.
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Learning Outcomes
What you'll learn
- Explain the key principles and importance of Paediatric Advanced Life Support.
- Recognise signs of respiratory and cardiac distress in infants and children.
- Administer paediatric Basic Life Support (BLS) and apply PALS algorithms appropriately.
- Coordinate effectively within a resuscitation team.
- Manage shock, cardiac arrest, and post-resuscitation care situations with precision.
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Learning Outcomes
What you'll learn
- Explain the key principles and importance of Paediatric Advanced Life Support.
- Recognise signs of respiratory and cardiac distress in infants and children.
- Administer paediatric Basic Life Support (BLS) and apply PALS algorithms appropriately.
- Coordinate effectively within a resuscitation team.
- Manage shock, cardiac arrest, and post-resuscitation care situations with precision.
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Training Overview
- Introduction & Learning Objectives
- Pediatric Emergency Response Essentials
- Recognizing and Managing Pediatric Distress
- Post-Resuscitation and Practical Skills
- Summary and Review
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Frequently asked questions
PALS is a structured approach that trains healthcare professionals to recognise and manage life-threatening emergencies in infants and children using evidence-based resuscitation guidelines.
Early recognition of respiratory or cardiac distress allows timely intervention, preventing deterioration to cardiac arrest and improving survival and neurological outcomes in children.
Effective teamwork ensures clear role allocation, accurate communication, and coordinated actions, which are essential for safe and efficient paediatric emergency care.
Post-resuscitation care focuses on stabilising vital functions, preventing secondary injury, supporting recovery, and addressing the child’s and family’s ongoing needs.