Provided as a sample resource to support development or review of local policies, procedures, or competencies.
Provides a structured framework to support competency validation in pediatric resuscitation for emergency department (ED) clinicians.
Emphasizes early recognition and prevention of arrest, high-quality CPR, effective airway and ventilation management, rapid rhythm recognition and defibrillation, weight-based medication administration, coordinated team dynamics, and safe post-resuscitation care in alignment with current Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) guidelines.
How to Use This Resource
Use to support onboarding and ongoing competency validation for emergency department clinicians involved in pediatric resuscitation.
Incorporate into annual skills review, mock codes, and interdisciplinary simulation.
Apply to reinforce standardized PALS workflows, role clarity, communication, and adherence to current resuscitation guidelines.
