Pediatric resuscitation (PALS) doses
Weight-based arrest and peri-arrest drug doses and electrical energies for children.
Inputs
0 of 1Actual (total) body weight
When to use
- Preparing for or running a pediatric resuscitation.
Pearls and pitfalls
- Use a measured weight or length-based tape when possible.
- Defibrillation 2 J/kg, then 4 J/kg, up to 10 J/kg or the adult dose.
- Synchronized cardioversion 0.5–1 J/kg, then 2 J/kg.
Why use
Every dose and its cap on one screen.
Dose = mg/kg × weight, capped at the adult maximum