Out-of-hospital resuscitation 3: paediatric basic life support

This article has been double-blind peer reviewed

Professional responsibilities

This procedure should be undertaken only after approved training, supervised practice and competency assessment, and carried out in accordance with local policies and protocols.

Abstract

Nurses will be familiar with the procedure for advanced life support but may be less confident with paediatric basic life support skills, which are required to manage out-of-hospital cardiac arrest. This article, the third in a four-part series, describes current guidance and additional precautions required during the Covid-19 pandemic.