3a: Basic Life Support (2024)

The third chapter in the PALS series covers Basic Life Support. Known as BLS, the information in this chapter explains the proper administration of basic life support. The use of CPR and defibrillators is highlighted. BLS provides a temporary solution while waiting for Emergency Medical Responders to arrive, who can provide more intensive care.

"BLS is the life support method used when there is limited access to advanced interventions such as medications and monitoring devices. In general, BLS is performed until the emergency medical services, or EMS arrives to provide a higher level of care.

BLS utilizes CPR and cardiac defibrillation when a defibrillator is available. In every setting, high-quality CPR gives the child or the infant the greatest chance of survival by providing circulation to the heart, brain, and other organs until the return of spontaneous circulation.

The PALS handbook and its corresponding videos only briefly describe BLS. All PALS providers are assumed to be able to perform BLS appropriately."

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