Children are usually quite robust - but when they are really unwell it is critical to understand how to manage their care. Their different physiology and anatomy informs a modified approach to the resuscitation algorithm with different priorities and processes than adult ALS.

This two part masterclass gives a practical, detailed breakdown of what a HMO actually needs to understand and do in order to transform that algorithm into life-saving care. In Part 1 we take a deep dive into airway, breathing and circulation - in Part 2 we step through the algorithm and specifically look at how a HMO can most effectively contribute to the team.

Dr Emma Ku is joined by Dr Andrew Hardy, dual trained Paediatrician and Emergency Physician.

Recorded 26th August 2021. Content Development Khrisna Tumali and Emma Ku. Presenter Emma Ku, Interviewee Andrew Hardy. Resource Development Khrisna Tumali, Tushar Goyal, Emma Ku. Ratification Debbie Leach. Admin Support Kate Flynn. Music INTRO 'Payday' by Jason Farnham www.jasonfarnham.com; EPISODE COMMENTARY 'Happy and Joyful Children' by Free Music https://youtu.be/lv1YPeP1O8k; OUTRO 'Eagle Rock' by Wes Hutchison weshutchinsonmusic.com. Additional sound with thanks to Abby, Eva and Theo. 

Disclaimer: Thrive podcasts are a free open-access medical resource developed by medical staff at Eastern Health to educate junior doctors. We make every effort to ensure our content is up to date and based on the latest evidence, however this may not always be possible. Consequently, our content should not be used to substitute local guidelines or hospital protocols and guidance from senior clinicians should be sought in unfamiliar clinical situations.