Paediatric Emergencies: Essential Skills for the Occasional Paediatric Anaesthetist

Paediatric Emergencies: Essential Skills for the Occasional Paediatric Anaesthetist is organized by Sydney Clinical Skills and Simulation Centre (SCSSC) and will be held on Oct 24, 2025 at Sydney Clinical Skills and Simulation Centre, St Leonards, New South Wales, Australia.

Description:
Aims
This course aims to update the participants knowledge of, and ability to, manage a variety of emergencies in paediatric anaesthesia while simultaneously developing general crisis management skills applicable to emergency situations across all areas of anaesthetic practice. Skills and knowledge essential for the safe delivery of paediatric anaesthesia will also be addressed.

Instructors
The course will be facilitated by a combination of experienced paediatric anaesthetists and instructors with expertise in simulation and crisis management

Topics covered:-
1.  The paediatric airway and management of laryngospasm and bronchospasm
2.  Recognition and initial management of intraoperative crises such as anaphylaxis and malignant hyperthermia
3.  Paediatric basic and advanced lifesupport
4.  Human factors and the application of crisis management principles during paediatric emergencies

Training Methods

• Immersive scenarios with reflective debriefing
• Hands-on Skills Workshops
• Pause & discuss scenarios
• Video and case-based learning exercises.