PACED: Paediatric Assessment of Clinical Emergencies & Deterioration - On Demand

This course explores essential concepts in paediatric nursing with a focus on the assessment of paediatric emergencies and clinical deterioration.

Throughout this course, we’ll cover: 

• Differences in the anatomy and physiology of paediatric patients compared to adult patients
• How physiology leads into pathways of deterioration of childhood illness
• Physiological parameters
• Common causes of presentation of children to hospitals
• Case studies from presentation to deterioration and interventions

Interactive eLearning and paediatric skills videos will enhance your learning and provide an opportunity to apply your learning to clinical practice. 

You should complete this course if you are interested in knowing more about how to recognise and manage children experiencing clinical deterioration, and develop skills in paediatric assessment.