Paediatric ALS Algorithm

Question 1

Draw PALS algorithm

Answer 1

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Question 2

What interventions should occur during CPR?

Answer 2

• Airway adjuncts (LMA/ETT)
• Oxygen
• Waveform capnography
• IV/IO access
• Minimise interruptions to CPR

Question 3

What drugs should be given during ALS for a paediatric patient?

Answer 3

• Shockable:
  Adrenaline (10mcg/kg) after 2nd shock then every 2nd cycle (2, 4, 6…)

Amiodarone (5mg/kg) after 3rd shock

• Non-shockable:
  Adrenaline (10mcg/kg) immediately then every 2nd shock
  (1, 3, 5…)

Question 4

What should be performed for post resuscitation care for a paediatric patient?

Answer 4

• Re-evaluate ABCDE
• 12-lead ECG + repeat bloods
• Treat precipitating causes
• Re-evaluate oxygenation and ventilation
• Targeted temperature management

Question 5

What should defib be charged to for paediatric patient?

Answer 5

4J/kg

Question 6

Draw paeds bradycardia algorithm

Answer 6

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Question 7

Draw paeds SVT algorithm

Answer 7

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Question 8

Draw paeds VT algorithm

Answer 8

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