2. PT NOT YET DELIVERED
CHILDBIRTH
-Transport mother in Left Lateral Recumbent position to appropriate facility.
**ALS-If Pt (mother) hemodynamically unstable-Obtain IV access with NS; titrate to a systolic blood pressure between 90 - 100 mm Hg.
O2- Airway- Transport in proper position
ABNORMAL PRESENTATION
-(i.e. foot, buttocks, hand or face), place patient in the knee-chest or left lateral position. IMMEDIATE TRANSPORT.
DELIVERY IN PROGRESS
-Control descent of fully crowned head with your hand over the cranium.
-Suction mouth and nose with bulb syringe before newborn takes 1st breath. Ensure - cord around neck
*If the cord is around the neck, gently slip it over the head or shoulder if possible.
-If the cord cannot be removed, gently clamp the cord in two locations approximately 1cm apart and cut the cord between the clamps
-Support the head; keep pressure off the cord ***Prepare to transport immediately.
When the head is delivered, it will rotate naturally to face laterally. Gently lower the head to deliver the anterior (upper) shoulder.
-When the upper shoulder is delivered, raise the head to deliver the lower shoulder. The remainder of the baby’s body should then deliver smoothly.
-Suction the mouth first, then the nose. Hold baby in slightly head down position.
-Clamp and cut the cord with scissors/scalpel. Leave a minimum of six (6) inches of cord for the umbilicus.
*Do not delay drying and warming the newborn
DELIVERY PTA OF EMS, OR ALS
-If resuscitation not necessary, suction mouth then nose w/ bulb syringe then dry and place newborn skin to skin with mother, apply cap to baby's head.
-Clamp and cut cord, leaving 6” from umbilicus, warm baby first.
*Begin cardiopulmonary resuscitation as needed. See NEONATAL RESUSCITATION
** ALS-If mother’s B/P < 90, heavy bleeding or signs of shock, refer to SHOCK protocol.
-Massage abdomen over the uterus (fundus) to aid in contraction. Putting the infant to the mother's breast (if infant's condition allows) will also stimulate contraction.
-DO NOT attempt to deliver placenta, if delivered, bag and transport in with mother.
PROLAPSED CORD VISIBLE AT PERINEUM
-High flow O2, place in Knee-Chest position, insert a gloved hand into the vagina and gently push the presenting part off of the cord.
If head is crowning with the prolapsed cord, immediate delivery is the most rapid means of restoring oxygen to the infant. If an abnormal presentation is noted- TRANSPORT.
Trigger Points:
-Of all 11 hospitals, only KHN and SGH are NON-L&D hospitals. (so do not transport there)
- The vast majority of deliveries are completely uncomplicated and require minimal, if any, assistance-The major life threats are prenatal/neonatal asphyxia and maternal
hemorrhage.
- Neonatal hypothermia is an easily preventable threat.
APGAR-Assess at birth and at five (5) minutes after birth.
If APGAR of 7 or greater - dry, place skin to skin with mother or if mother refuses, wrap and keep warm. Admin. blow-by oxygen w/ trans. NEONATAL protocol as needed
SIGN 0 1 2
APPEARANCE COLOR CENTRAL CYANOSIS PERIPHERAL NORMAL
PULSE HEART RATE ABSENT CYANOSIS
<100 (SLOW) > 100
GRIMACE REFLEX - RESPONSE + GRIMACE COUGH/SNEEZE
ACTIVITY MUSCLE TONE LIMP SOME MOVEMENT ACTIVE MOTION
RESPIRATIONS RESPIRATIONS ABSENT IRREGULAR/SLOW +CRYING
3. PEDIATRIC PARAMETERS
RESPIRATORY ET TUBE
AGE WEIGHT (KG) HEART RATE SYSTOLIC B/P ET TUBE SIZE BLADE #
RATE DEPTH
DIFFICULT TO
PREMIE <3 100-190 40-60 2.5 7 0-STRAIGHT
OBTAIN
NEONATE 3-4 90-190 30-60 50-70 3.5 9 1-STRAIGHT
6 MONTHS 5-7 80-180 25-40 60-110 3.5 11 1-STRAIGHT
1 YEAR 10 80-150 20-40 70-110 4.0 12 1-STRAIGHT
3-4 YEARS 15 80-140 20-30 80-115 5.0 16 2-STRAIGHT
5-6 YEARS 20 70-120 20-25 80-115 5.5-6.0 16 2-STRAIGHT
7-8 YEARS 25 70-110 20-25 85-120 5.5-6.0 18 2-3
11-12 YEARS 35 60-110 15-20 95-135 5.5-7.0 20 2-3
CAVEATS:
A) Unless otherwise stated, pediatric protocols apply to patients 14 AND under. If no known age, work based off pt’s physical signs (puberty, adolescence) boys-armpit
hair girls-breast development
B) V/S vary with age, with children BP increases with age, HR decreases with age. Around 12 years old V/S more comparable with Adults
C) Hypotension, late sign of shock, indicates imminent Cardiorespiratory arrest. Children may lose up to 25% of blood volume before becoming hypotensive
D) For ages not listed above use judgement
E) Broselow Tape is very helpful in Pt weight determination and proper drug dose administration
5. NEONATAL RESUSCITATION
-Assess for meconium staining: if newborn not vigorous (HR >100bpm, + respiratory effort and
good muscle tone- Tracheal Suction w/ ET tube and Meconium Aspirator.
*Meconium-Important to clear airway w/ suction before stimulating newborn to breath
-Suction the airway (Mouth then Nose)
-Dry Newborn
-Stimulate newborn and Warm w/ blanket.
Assessment
- If breathing inadequate -OR- Cyanotic then PPV w/ O2 @ 40-60 ensuring + chest rise
HEART RATE > 100 BPM
-Monitor breathing, O2 w/ flow as needed, Transport
HEART RATE < 100 BPM
-PPV w/ O2 @40-60/min ensuring + chest rise. *30 seconds then reassess, (use proper size BVM)
-Airway adjuncts as needed. * most bradycardias corrected w/ good ventilation 100% O2.
-ECG monitor and Transport
HEART RATE < 60 BPM
-PPV w/ O2 @40-60/m ensuring + chest rise. *30 seconds then reassess, (use proper size BVM)
-Intubate and ventilate 100% O2. *PPV acceptable alternative to ETI if good seal present
-ECG monitoring, ***If HR remains below 60bpm after 30seconds of BVM
-Chest compressions 3:1 (90c/30v) for ~120 events/min
After 30 sec PPV/Comp and still <60HR: Epinephrine 1:10,000- .01mg/kg IV/IO q 3-5 until >80bpm
TRANSPORT
6. PEDIATRIC DYSRHYTHMIAS
BRADYCARDIA
ABC’s, Oxygen, Attach ECG Monitor
Begin Chest Compressions if HR <60 BPM post O2/Ventilation
ALS Airway as needed
Establish IV/IO Access
EPINEPHRINE 0.01mg/kg IV/IO 1:10,000 q 3-5 min
ATROPINE 0.02 mg/kg IV/IO q 3-5
(minimum dose 0.1mg, max single dose of 1.0mg)
TRANSCUTANEOUS PACING @80-100 BPM adjust mA to capture
TRANSPORT
VENTRICULAR TACHYCARDIA >150 BPM
Assess ABC’s, Oxygen, ECG monitor
ALS Airway as needed
If normal perfusion- Valsalva Maneuver, Transport
If not, Consider IV w/ fluid challenge 20ml/kg if possibly hyppovolemic
If perfusion diminished or Pt poorly responsive, See BASE ORDER BELOW
NARROW TACHYCARDIA >220BPM
Assess ABC’s, Oxygen, ECG monitor
ALS Airway as needed
If normal perfusion-Transport
If not, Establish IV/IO Access
If perfusion diminished or Pt poorly responsive, See BASE ORDER BELOW
BASE HOSPITAL ORDER: PERFUSION DIMINISHED OR POORLY RESPONSIVE PT
-VERSED 0.1mg/kg, not to exceed 1mg, SLOW IVP/IM
SYNCHRONIZED CARDIOVERSION-
1 Joules/kg, check rhythm, if no response then,
SYNCHRONIZED CARDIOVERSION-
2 Joules/kg, check rhythm, if no response then,
SYNCHRONIZED CARDIOVERSION-
4 Joules/kg, check rhythm, if no response then...
--TRANSPORT--
7. PEDIATRIC CARDIAC ARREST Assess responsiveness, spontaneous respirations and pulses
Initiate CPR
BVM 100% O2 @15 lpm w/ BLS airway
Attach Monitor and prepare for immediate transport
VF/VT PEA/ ASYSTOLE
DEFIBRILLATE @ 2J/KG Intubate w/ 100% O2
Check rhythm-Shockable? Establish IV/IO access- give 20 ml/kg of NS bolus (may rpt
If so; DEFIBRILLATE @ 4J/KG x2)*TKO post bolus
Intubate w/ 100% O2 EPINEPHRINE 1;10,000 - 0.01mg/kg IV/IO q 3-5
Establish IV/IO access- give 20 ml/kg of NS bolus TRANSPORT
EPINEPHRINE 1;10,000 - 0.01mg/kg IV/IO q 3-5
DEFIBRILLATE @4J/KG
SEARCH FOR & TREAT H’S/T’S
LIDOCAINE 1.0 mg/kg IV/IO (max 100mg)
-HYPOVOLEMIA
DEFIBRILLATE @4J/KG
-HYPOXIA
TRANSPORT
-HYDROGEN ION (ACIDOSIS)
***DO 5 Cycles (~2 mins) CPR post Shock THEN reassess for return spontaneous circulation -HYPO-HYPERKALEMIA
-HYPOGLYCEMIA
-HYPOTHERMIA
-TOXINS
-TAMPONADE-CARDIAC
-TENSION PNEUMOTHORAX
POST RESUSCITATION CONSIDERATIONS -THROMBOSIS
1.IV fluids should be placed TKO unless Hypotension exists -TRAUMA
-Bradycardia- tx per protocol
-Hypotension/Shock
-20 ml/kg NS, may repeat once, reassess v/s post each bolus
-assess Cap Refill 2 secs, brachial/femoral pulses (absent/weak/present)
-Systolic BP for >1 year
a. 90mmHg + (2x age in years)
b. 70mmHg + (2x age in years) LOWER END
BASE HOSPITAL ORDER ONLY:
DOPAMINE @ 10mcg/kg/min, if Hypotensive
8. PEDIATRIC AIRWAY OBSTRUCTION/RESPIRATORY ARREST
PARTIAL AIRWAY OBSTRUCTION BY F.B.O.-Conscious
Able to speak, cry or cough
-REASSURE PT- Encourage coughing
-OXYGEN- Administered as indicated
-SUCTION- Per need to control secretions
-Transport in position of comfort
COMPLETE AIRWAY OBSTRUCTION BY F.B.O.-Conscious
Unable to speak, cry or cough
-AGE 1 and UNDER- Back blows/Chest Thrusts, 5 each alternating
-AGE 1 and OVER- Heimlich, abdominal thrusts, reassess.
If not clear repeat until pt unconscious, OXYGEN + TRANSPORT IF Airway cleared
AIRWAY OBSTRUCTION BY F.B.O.-Unconscious
-Begin chest compressions
-Attempt to visualize airway prior to ventilation attempt to remove any potential FBO. -
blind finger sweeps
ALS-Use proper laryngoscope blade and Magill forceps
-Begin ventilations
-Transport pt along with FBO removed from airway
RESPIRATORY ARREST
ABC’S w/ O2, if airway obstructs, go to that protocol
TRANSPORT
Intubate w/ 100% O2
Attempt IV/IO access TKO
Blood Sugar determination
DEXTROSE-0.5gm/kg of 25% IV to max of 25g if <60 mg/dl
9. PEDIATRIC RESPIRATORY DISTRESS
ASTHMA/BRONCHOSPASM
MILD/MODERATE- PT’S w/ intercostal retractions, nasal flaring and >2 sec cap refill
O2 flow as needed, Transport
ALBUTEROL 2.5mg HHN; reassess after first tx, rpt as needed based on reassessment
SpO2-titrate >92%
ECG Monitoring
SEVERE- Pt may be unable to speak, have decreased/elevated v/s (SBP/Pulse) or AMS
BLS/ALS Airway as needed, high flow O2, Transport
SpO2-titrate >92%
ALBUTEROL 2.5mg HHN continuously
EPINEPHRINE 0.01mg/kg 1;10,000 SC, to max .3ml (1mg/ml solution)
Establish IV access w/ NS @ TKO. Not to take precedence over Alb/Epi admin
ECG Monitoring
CROUP/STRIDOR
MILD/MODERATE-Slow onset, barking cough, fever and respiratory stridor. *Unilateral stridor may be due to bronchial FBO
BLS Airway as needed, Oxygen, Transport in position of comfort
NS: 3ml HHN, Reassess after 1st Treatment
SEVERE- Pt unable to speak, pt may have decreased/elevated v/s (SBP/Pulse); Mental status is altered. *Unilateral stridor may be due to bronchial FBO
BLS/ALS Airway as needed
SpO2-titrate >92%
EPINEPHRINE 0.01mg/kg 1;10,000 SC, to max .3ml (1mg/ml solution)
Establish IV access w/ NS @ TKO. Not to take precedence over Epi admin
ECG Monitoring
10. ALLERGIC REACTION/ANAPHYLAXIS
ALLERGIC REACTION
Local response to an antigen, involves skin (rash, hives, edema) w/ normal v/s. ANY airway involvement (wheezing, stridor, oral/facial
edema) will be treated as Anaphylaxis. Reassess often and prepare to tx for Anaphylaxis.
Oxygen, Airway adjuncts as needed, Remove sting/injection, Transport w/ Tx simultanously
Consider BENADRYL- 1mg/kg PO, IV, IM to a max of 50mg.
ANAPHYLAXIS
Systemic response to an antigen involving 2 or more organ systems OR any upper/lower airway involvement OR
any derangement in V/S
Oxygen, Airway adjuncts as needed, Remove sting/injection, Transport w/ Tx simultaneously
EPINEPHRINE 0.01mg/kg of 1:1,000 SC to max of 0.3mg, rpt q 15 to max of 3 doses, until
minimal SBP for pt’s age is achieved or + improvement w/ symptoms
Establish IV w/ NS (if hypotensive) 20 ml/kg bolus, reassess after each.
ECG Monitoring
BENADRYL- 1mg/kg IV or IM to a max of 50mg.
ALBUTEROL 2.5mg HHN for wheezing, reassess after 1st tx, rpt as needed
BASE HOSPITAL ORDER ONLY
EPINEPHRINE 0.01 mg increments of 1:10,000, slow IV/IO for stridor AND hypotension, until
minimal SBP reached OR total of 0.01mg/kg given.
11. DECREASED SENSORIUM
SUSPECTED HYPOGLYCEMIA
Suspected hypoglycemia w/ 1) decreased responsiveness (Pedi GCS < 14) OR 2) w/ a Hx of Diabetes
Oxygen, Airway, C-Spine (as needed)
Perform BG determination
Initiate IV w/ NS TKO-titrate SBP
DEXTROSE 0.5g/kg IV push, max of 25g if BS <60
GLUCAGON 0.5 mg IM if BS <60
Oral Glucose if pt able to swallow and +gag reflex, test w/ water first.
TRANSPORT
SUSPECTED NARCOTIC OVERDOSE
Clinical findings may include pin-point pupils, dec sensorium, respiratory depression/insufficiency, bradycardia or hypotension
Oxygen, Airway, C-Spine (as needed), Protect pt if seizing.
Initiate IV w/ NS TKO-titrate SBP
Perform BG determination
NARCAN 0.1mg/kg IV/IM (IM if - IV possibility) titrated to respiratory status or max of 2mg
If - improvement, consider 2 more doses for total of 3. Continuous reassessment
BASE HOSPITAL ORDER ONLY:
NARCAN 0.1mg/kg IN - titrate to respiratory status
ECG Monitoring
TRANSPORT
SEIZURES
Active generalized seizing, focal seizing w/ respiratory compromise or recurrent seizure w/o lucid interval
Oxygen, Airway, C-Spine, Protect PT, Consider cooling if appears febrile in nature
Perform BG determination- if <60, go to hypoglycemia protocol
if - seizure activity, +improvement, continue transport
If seizure activity continues: Initiate IV w/ NS TKO-titrate SBP
Continuous Seizures:
VERSED- 0.1 mg/kg slow IVP/IM (Max of 4.0mg) in 1-2mg increments, titrated to seizure control
IN- 0.2mg/kg (Max of 6.0mg)
TRANSPORT
12. PEDIATRIC OVERDOSE/POISONING
OVERDOSE
Oxygen, Airway adjuncts, Transport
ECG Monitoring
Follow appropriate protocol if PT seizing or is hypotensive
If non-responsive, - gag, - ability to swallow, unstable or unprotected airway, go to Dec. Sensorium
CALCIUM CHANNEL BLOCKER OVERDOSE
Initiate IV/IO w/ NS- TKO rate
FLUID CHALLENGE- 20ml/kg NS if SBP < age appropriate
ATROPINE 0.02mg/kg IV/IO;minimum 0.1mg q 5 for age specific Bradycardia AND Hypotension
EPINEPHRINE-up to 1.0mg in 0.1mg increments:10,000 slow IVP/IO, over 60 seconds if SBP remains low.
Repeat until SBP increases for minimum age.
BETA BLOCKER OVERDOSE
Initiate IV w/ NS- TKO rate
FLUID CHALLENGE- 20ml/kg NS if SBP < age appropriate
ATROPINE 0.02mg/kg IV/IO;minimum 0.1mg q 5 for age specific Bradycardia AND Hypotension
GLUCAGON 0.05 mg/kg IV/IO if HR/SBP below normal for age.
EPINEPHRINE-up to 1.0mg in 0.1mg increments:10,000 slow IVP/IO, over 60 seconds if SBP remains low.
Repeat until SBP increases for minimum age.
TRICYCLIC AND RELATED COMPOUNDS
Initiate IV/IO w/ NS- TKO rate
FLUID CHALLENGE- 20ml/kg NS if SBP < age appropriate
SODIUM BICARBONATE- 1 mEq/kg IV/IO if ANY of following signs of cardiac toxicity:
1) HR 20 bpm >than max for age
2) SBP < Minimum for age
3) QRS > .12 msec
4) Seizures
5) PVC’s > 6/min
13. PEDIATRIC BURNS
TREATMENT
-Remove PT from burn source, also remove burning/smoldering clothing
Oxygen, Airway Adjuncts as needed
ESTABLISH LARGE BORE IV ACCESS
>9% TBSA - 20 ml/kg NS fluid bolus if Hypotensive for age (major burns) IV ACCESS as follows:
1) unburned upper extremity or Jugular
2) unburned lower extremity
3) burned upper extremity
4) burned lower extremity
5) IO infusion if Hypotensive
ECG Monitoring-Follow appropriate Protocol
Assess for inhalation injuries, singed nasal hair, facial/neck/chest burns, soot around mouth, Chemicals suspected
DRY STERILE DRESSINGS TO BE PLACED ON BURNED AREAS
CAUSTIC CHEMICAL BURNS
Remove source, remove all clothing, flush w/ copious amounts of water, DO NOT SCRUB. Wear proper PPE, Sterile water or NS
PAIN MANAGEMENT
If partial OR full thickness w/o evidence or mechanism of internal HEAD, CHEST or ABDOMINAL injury then administer:
MORPHINE 0.1 mg/kg IV/IM for max loading of 10mg, titrate to effect, q 15 on standing orders, MAX 20mg.
***Must contact base hospital for further MS doses.
TRANSPORT GUIDELINES
UCDMC-Partial thickness >9%, ANY electrical/chemical burn, Evidence of poss. Inhalation injury, ANY burn to Face, hands, feet,
genitalia, perineum or major joints
-Look for assossiated injuries, Treat SHOCK if present. DO NOT USE creams/ointments/ice
Child Body Part/% TBS
Palms or hands = 1%
Arm (shoulder to fingertips) = 9%
Head and neck = 18%
Anterior trunk = 18%
Posterior trunk = 18%
Leg (groin to toe) = 14%
14. PEDIATRIC SHOCK
DEFINITION
Where inadequate tissue perfusion is occurring w/ inability to meet the bodies metabolic demands.
S/S: Tachycardia, ALOC, Weak Central Pulses, Weak or Absent peripheral pulses, >4 sec cap refill,
Bradycardia, Hypotension and Irregular respirations
TREATMENT
Oxygen, Airway, Assess/Tx for Trauma (C-Spine?), Maintain Body Temp
ECG Monitoring
ESTABLISH IV/IO ACCESS w/ NS 20 ml/kg fluid bolus, repeat bolus.
Then titrate to a minimal SBP for Pt’s age.
15. PEDIATRIC TRAUMA
GUIDELINES/ T.P.’s
Time on scene not to exceed 10 minutes under normal circumstances
Document occurrences where >10 minute on scene time exists
Tx for Trauma varies from Adults w/ Orthopedic trauma, IV Fluids and Transport Destination
TREATMENT
Oxygen, Airway, ALS Airway as needed, C-Spine, Transport
Establish IV access w/ NS if Hypotensive for age, 20 ml/kg reassess after each bolus. If in extremis then
establish IO. Same fluid bolus. Titrate SBP to minimal SBP for Pt’s age.
1) Amputations- dress stump w/ dry sterile dressing, place part in dry, sterile bag/container and seal closed. Place in melting ice, not
directly on.
2) Evisceration- Cover w/ large saline-soaked dressing-DO NOT replace abdominal contents
3) Flail Chest- Hand or pillow to make Pt more comfortable, remove if respirations deteriorate. Assist ventilations as needed.
4) Hemorrhage Control- Direct Pressure, Immediate transport essential
5) Impaled Object- Only remove if affecting CPR or Respirations, otherwise, secure in place
6) Open chest wounds- Occlusive dressing, if (JVD/-bs on one side/falling SBP/Cyanosis/Tracheal shift/Dyspnea) “Burp” dressing
TENSION PNEUMOTHORAX
1) Decreased LOC
2) Severe Respiratory Distress
3) S/S of Shock
4) Unilateral decreased BS on w/ hx chest trauma
DECOMPRESS SUSPECTED TENSION PNEUMOTHORAX on affected side, 2nd or 3rd intercostal space, mid-clavicular line,
w/ 14g catheter, if other side meets same criteria, Decompress it.
CAVEAT: If you are unable to access 2nd-3rd intercostal, you may go for 4th-5th intercostal Mid-Axillary line
7) Eye Injuries
- Chemical- flush w/ NS profusely until at hospital, remove contacts,
-Trauma- Cover both eyes loosely, avoid pressure to globes, C-Spine?, Position of comfort, Stabilize impaled objects, cover both eyes
8) Head Trauma
- Oxygen, Airway, C-Spine, Transport, Tx SHOCK if present
-Pressure dressing for scalp bleeds
Further Assess: AVPU
16. ORTHOPEDIC TRAUMA
***IF AGE <5 YEARS OLD, CONTACT BASE FOR MORPHINE ADMINISTRATION.
FOR PT’S 5 Years old and above w/ severe pain due to amputation, suspected extremety fx (including hip fx) or dislocations where
ALL of following exist:
1) Severe pain present
2) No Hx of syncope
3) No evidence of head injury and GCS=15
4) No evidence of torso injury upon complete physical exam
5) SBP > age appropriate
MORPHINE 2mg increments @ 1 minute intervals per increment, to a max of 0.1mg/kg OR 10mg
Must meet criteria prior to each incremental dose.
SPLINTING
-If angulated w/ NO pulse- attempt to straighten unless pain/resistance, splint.
-If angulated, STABLE w/ GOOD pulses, Splint in position found unless hinders transport.
-If SEVERELY angulated, gently straighten, check pulse before/after positioning.
Open Fractures- moist, sterile dressings, not to be reduced unless open femur fx. Document presence of open Fx’s.
All Critical Trauma Patients less than 15 years of age :will be transported to UCDMC with exceptions below:
1. Pediatric patients without an effective airway-Transport to nearest available facility for airway establishment.
2. Pediatric trauma patients under CPR will be transported to the time closest trauma facility (MSJ/KHS/SRMC)
**do not use SRMC for “Trauma Base”
