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	PEARS
	PEARS (Paediatric Emergencies Assessment Recognition and Stabilisation) training provides a structured learning environment for multi-disciplinary groups to develop the skills, teamwork, and organisation necessary to recognise paediatric emergencies. The earlier you detect respiratory distress, respiratory failure or shock and start appropriate actions, the better chance the child has for a good outcome. The PEARS provider course is designed for front-line healthcare providers who must recognise life-threatening paediatric conditions and enlist the help of advanced paediatric providers. The course focuses more on assessment and recognition than on management. Which paediatric course should I take? PEARS - PALS - APLS comparison here (pdf)
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COURSE DETAILS

TARGET AUDIENCE It is intended for healthcare providers who look after sick children in a wide variety of in- and out-of-hospital settings. These providers include (but are not limited to) ward-level nurses and doctors, physiotherapists, Gps, EMT and Paramedics.
TIME FRAME This 1-day programme involves multiple learning activities. Instructor & DVD led skills demonstration and practice sessions that includes: • BLS with an AED • Basic Airway Adjuncts • Recognition and initial management of respiratory distress and failure • Upper and Lower Airway obstruction • Lung tissue disease • Disordered control of breathing • IV Fluid therapy • Recognition and initial management of shock • Hypovolemic Shock • Obstructive shock • Distributive/septic shock • Cardiogenic shock • Putting it All Together Practice Sessions • Team management during resuscitation	PHYSICIAN & DVD LED PRESENTATIONS • PEARS Science overview • Team resuscitation concept
	CRITERIA FOR SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION • Completion of the pre-course MCQ • Actively participate in, practice, and complete all skills and learning stations • Pass PEARS Assessment Scenario Test as Team Leader. • Demonstrate competence in the performance of Basic Life Support (BLS) incorporating the use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED). • Score a minimum grade (84% or higher) on the final Multiple Choice Question (MCQ) paper.
INSTRUCTORS Our Instructors come from an Irish healthcare setting and all remain in day-to-day clinical practice. They are regarded as experts in their field and have a proven ability to teach. CODE BLUE is a registered and approved American Heart Association training site. Course certificates are only be issued to approved and registered training sites where the currently certified Instructors carry full public and professional liability insurance.
CERTIFICATION Participants, who successfully complete the course, including the written examination and skills evaluation, will receive an American Heart Association PEARS provider course completion card (credential). This accreditation is recognised in over 50 countries throughout the world.	INSTRUCTOR RATIO Participant-Instructor ratio 3:1(max) SKILLS MAINTENANCE AND RENEWAL The American Heart Association recommend a 2 year renewal interval for all who complete the PEARS Provider course.
	COURSE EQUIPMENT Code Blue own and supply all their own training equipment. We provide higher than normal manikin to Instructor ratios on our courses allowing participants additional skill practice time.
PRE-COURSE STUDY PACKS AND MANUALS The following materials are delivered to the candidate’s work address by registered courier. • PEARS Provider Manual with Student CD • 2008 Handbook of Emergency Cardiovascular Care • Course Programme • Criteria for Successful Completion • Pre-course MCQ

FEATURES LIST

Lecture / Discussion - Structured assessment system		Recognition and Management of Cardiac Arrest

Lecture / Discussion – Overview of PEARS Science		Post Resuscitation Management

Basic Airway Adjuncts		Team Megacode Faculty Demonstration

Recognition of respiratory distress and failure		Practice Stations Cardiac Cases, 1,2,3,4

Recognition of compensated and hypotensive shock		Practice Stations Respiratory Cases, 1,2,3,4

IV Fluid therapy		Practice Station Shock Cases, 1,2,3,4

Resuscitation Team Concept		Putting it All Together Station

Overview of Paediatric Assessment		Core Cases Testing Stations

Paediatric Assessment		MCQ Paper

Recognition & Management of Respiratory Distress and Failure		Completion Certificate - PEARS Provider

Minimum Time Frame	1 Day	Attendance Certificate	NO

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