Paediatric emergencies: essential skills for the occasional paediatric anaesthetist

Course Code: 230921

Cost: $1430 incl GST per anaesthetists

$715 inc GST oer trainee

$ 330 incl GST per anaesthetic nurse / technician

Target Audience

Consultant anaesthetists and anaesthetic trainees

The course is a recognised emergency response activity in ANZCA’s CPD program:-

·  Cardiac Arrest

The course also provides 16 CPD points (8 hours) in the “Knowledge & Skills/Short Courses” category

Description

Aims

This course aims to update the participants knowledge of, and ability to, manage a variety of emergencies in paediatric anaesthesia while simultaneously developing general crisis management skills applicable to emergency situations across all areas of anaesthetic practice. Skills and knowledge essential for the safe delivery of paediatric anaesthesia will also be addressed.

Instructors

The course will be facilitated by a combination of experienced paediatric anaesthetists and instructors with expertise in simulation and crisis management

Topics covered:-

1.  The paediatric airway and management of laryngospasm and bronchospasm

2.  Recognition and initial management of intraoperative crises such as anaphylaxis and malignant hyperthermia

3.  Paediatric basic and advanced lifesupport

4.  Human factors and the application of crisis management principles during paediatric emergencies

Training Methods

• Immersive scenarios with reflective debriefing
• Hands-on Skills Workshops
• Pause & discuss scenarios
• Video and case-based learning exercises

Maximum Participants

Maximum 12 participants per course.

Location

Sydney Clinical Skills & Simulation Centre

Course Duration

1 day course 0800 - 1700

Course Co-ordinator

Dr Phil Cheung MBBS FANZCA

Dr Gerri Khong MBBS FANZCA