Pediatric Dentist University of Oklahoma College of Dentistry Enid, Oklahoma
The medical content of the PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) course can be intimidating and overwhelming for dental personnel. This presentation will help dentists and team members learn the medicine and skills they need to know for the PALS course. The 2016 AAPD/AAP Sedation Guidelines state that when utilizing moderate sedation there should be a second person present, in addition to the practitioner, that is trained in and capable of providing advanced airway skills (e.g., PALS), and if providing deep sedation, must, at a minimum, be trained in PALS and capable of assisting with any emergency event. This presentation will better prepare you to meet these requirements. The presenter, Dr. Tim Fagan, is an American Heart Association certified PALS instructor. NOTE: Actual PALS certification can be added to the content of this course if requested.
Learning Objectives:
Apply medical knowledge and skills needed for the PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) course.
Define major components of effective resuscitation team dynamics.
Appreciate the use of PAL algorithms and flowcharts in emergency situations.
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