Pediatric Respiratory Emergencies Rattlesnake Fire
Overview of Pediatric Emergencies
Target Audience
EMS Providers
Learning Objectives
- Discuss how pediatric anatomy and physiology influence illness presentation and progression
- Review methods to assess pediatric patient status and accurately determine severity of illness/injury
- Review practical tips for general approach to pediatric patient
- Discuss specific interventions for communicating with children
- Review focused assessment and systematic approach techniques
- Discuss how if unrecognized, respiratory distress will lead to respiratory failure
- Review upper vs lower respiratory emergencies
Dave Sanko, EMS Coordinator
Available Credit
- 1.50 Airway, Ventilation, Respiratory