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What should be established before transporting an infant or child in cardiac arrest to definitive care?
What should be established before transporting an infant or child in cardiac arrest to definitive care?
- Advanced airway and IV access (correct)
- Basic life support techniques
- Initial patient assessment
- Parental consent for treatment
What is a primary focus of care for paediatric patients post-ROSC?
What is a primary focus of care for paediatric patients post-ROSC?
- Removing to hospital without delay (correct)
- Immediate family counseling
- Comprehensive home care training
- Administering follow-up medications
Which of the following is emphasized regarding family support during emergencies?
Which of the following is emphasized regarding family support during emergencies?
- Family should only be informed after patient stabilization
- Support systems for family are unnecessary until the incident is over
- A designated staff member should support the family once resources are available (correct)
- Family involvement during resuscitation is encouraged
Who should provide immediate support to staff involved in paediatric resuscitation?
Who should provide immediate support to staff involved in paediatric resuscitation?
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What term is used to refer to the interventions performed after successful resuscitation in children?
What term is used to refer to the interventions performed after successful resuscitation in children?
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Study Notes
ALS for Infants and Children in Cardiac Arrest
- Establish advanced life support (ALS) before transporting an infant or child in cardiac arrest to definitive care.
- ALS includes advanced airway management and intravenous access.
- ALS is a paramedic skill.
Post-ROSC Care for Pediatric Patients
- Focus on immediate transport to the hospital for pediatric patients after return of spontaneous circulation (ROSC).
Support for Families and Staff
- Provide support to families, especially in the immediate aftermath of the emergency.
- Assign a designated staff member to update and care for the family once resources are available.
- Offer immediate support to staff involved in a pediatric resuscitation through a qualified manager.
- Qualified managers include CTM, IRO, SS, QGAM and GSM.
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