Developmental Characteristics and Pediatric Assessment

Low pediatric call volume
 
  •  Airway
     - Most providers rarely manage a child’s airway
     - Some may spend an entire career without encountering a compromised pediatric airway
     - When we do, having mastered the skills of pediatric airway will make the difference between life and death

 
  •  Routine practice on manikins will improve field management
     - Scenario based drills, will further improve management
     - Courses such as PALS or PEPP are excellent for keeping skills sharp