ED Pediatric Simulation

At the end of the class, participants will be able to:

• Demonstrate knowledge and competence of hospital policies, procedures, and clinical pathways related to pediatric emergencies, including the Pediatric Code Sheets, Broselow Crash Cart, and ED Clinical Pathway for Pediatric DKA.
• Demonstrate how to effectively stabilize a pediatric patient in respiratory failure through appropriate use of non-invasive ventilation and/or preparation for intubation. 
• Initiate appropriate nursing interventions based on the patient’s condition, including oxygen administration, vascular access. manual ventilation, and preparation of inotropic support. 
• Accurately prepare weight-based medication dosages for a pediatric patient in an emergent situation using the Pediatric Code Sheets. 
• Demonstrate accurate use of the Broselow Crash Cart and Broselow system to select the correct equipment in an urgent or emergent situation. 

Closed-toed shoes and scrubs are required for simulation participation.