Date: 10/5/26

Time: 0800-0900       

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Nursing Number: 20-1375777

Instructor: Dr. Chadd Mays

Shock and Multi-Organ Failure in the Pediatric Patient

This class provides an overview of pediatric shock, a time-sensitive and potentially life-threatening condition that requires rapid recognition and intervention. The session will begin by defining shock and reviewing the physiologic principles of impaired tissue perfusion and oxygen delivery in pediatric patients.

Participants will learn to understand the different types of shock, including hypovolemic, distributive, cardiogenic, and obstructive shock, with emphasis on the unique features of shock presentation in children. The course will then introduce clinical tools used to differentiate types of shock, including history, physical examination findings, hemodynamic indicators, laboratory studies, and point-of-care assessment strategies.

The class will also review evidence-based approaches to the treatment of shock, focusing on early recognition, fluid resuscitation, vasoactive medications, and targeted management based on the underlying etiology.

Learners will explore clinical pearls and common pitfalls in shock management, helping clinicians avoid delays in diagnosis, recognize subtle signs of decompensation, and implement effective treatment strategies. By the end of the session, participants will be better equipped to rapidly identify pediatric shock, determine its likely cause, and initiate appropriate management to improve patient outcomes.

Date: 10/5/26

Time: 0800-0900       

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Nursing Number: 20-1377581         

Instructor: Jennifer Landis  

Medication Safety and Weight Based Dosing in Pediatric Patients

This course focuses on safe medication practices for pediatric emergencies, emphasizing weight-based dosing and error prevention. Participants will review common medication pitfalls, practice accurate calculations, and learn team-based strategies to minimize risk during both prehospital and emergency care scenarios.

Date: 10/5/26 and 10/6/26  

Time: 0800-1600       

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Instructor: Michael Tanner  

The Difficult Airway Course: EMS (2 Day Course)

The Difficult Airway Course: EMS is designed for providers who want to improve their airway decisions-making when the stakes are highest. This engaging session breaks down practical strategies for identifying the difficult airway, optimizing oxygenation and managing failed airway attempts in the unpredictable prehospital environment.

Participants will explore real-world EMS airway cases while learning how to build a structured airway plan that includes backup and rescue options. Topics include modern airway assessment tools, video laryngoscopy, RSI considerations, supraglottic airway use and preparation for surgical airway when all else fails. (Limited to 30 students)

Date: 10/5/26

Time: 0800-1200       

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Instructor: Julia Zeto

Prehospital Blood Administration for Ground EMS

Prehospital blood administration has recently been added to WVOEMS protocol. This course will cover general blood transfusion education, blood administration protocols, appropriate transfusion documentation, and basic knowledge of transfusion equipment. If your agency is carrying blood or planning to intercept with agencies who are carrying blood, this course is required by WVOEMS for AEMTs or higher to be involved in prehospital blood administration. Providers who wish to become certified to administer blood products in the 911 setting must score a 90% or higher on the WVOEMS proctored exam. While this is an ALS skill, EMS providers of all levels are welcome to attend.

Date: 10/5/26

Time: 0900-1000       

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Instructor: Jason Wilson      

MCI: Bus Crash Case Review

This course is designed to prepare EMS providers to effectively respond to mass casualty incidents (MCIs) in rural Appalachian environments, where limited resources, geographic isolation, and extended transport times present unique operational challenges. Participants will develop the knowledge and practical skills necessary to manage high-casualty events with constrained personnel, equipment, and infrastructure.

The course emphasizes rapid scene assessment, triage under resource-scarce conditions, incident command integration, and interagency coordination across volunteer, regional, and state systems.

Special attention is given to communication barriers, difficult terrain, delayed mutual aid, and improvisation strategies when standard resources are unavailable.

Through scenario-based training and case studies relevant to Appalachian communities, students will learn to prioritize life-saving interventions, optimize patient distribution, and maintain provider safety while delivering effective care in austere environments.

Date: 10/5/26

Time: 0900-1000       

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Nursing Number: 20-1377606         

Instructor: Josh Mills              

Pediatric Anaphylaxis in a Remote Environment: Escalation Beyond Initial Treatment

This session presents a scenario involving pediatric anaphylaxis in a wilderness or otherwise remote environment with delayed access to definitive care. Participants manage a child exhibiting a multi‑system allergic reaction, emphasizing that diagnosis is based on involvement of two or more organ systems, not waiting for hypotension or airway compromise. The scenario challenges learners to recognize refractory or worsening anaphylaxis and appropriately escalate care, including repeat epinephrine dosing and the practical skill of obtaining multiple doses from a single auto-injector when indicated. Adjunct therapies are integrated to reinforce their supportive role, while maintaining epinephrine as the primary life-saving treatment. Environmental stressors and early shock physiology are included to mirror real-world pediatric emergencies in outdoor settings.

Date: 10/5/26

Time: 1000-1100       

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Nursing Number:  20-1378191        

Instructor: Chris Lester         

Carter Kits Sensory Bags: Exploring Autism Spectrum Disorder

This course will define autism spectrum disorder, know common medical symptoms associated with ASD; recognize common communication deficits and distinguish between hypo and hypersensitivity. Students will learn the signs of social, emotional and self-regulation.

Date: 10/5/26

Time: 1000-1200       

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Nursing Number: 20-1377583         

Instructor: Bryan Justice      

EMS Human Trafficking Awareness and Response

This course explores the issue of human trafficking, focusing on both commercial sex and labor trafficking in the United States. Students will learn to identify key signs of trafficking, understand the differences between trafficking and smuggling and recognize how trafficking affects diverse and vulnerable populations. The course emphasizes the unique role EMS professionals play in identifying, responding to and treating trafficking cases. Topics include trauma-informed care, safety and confidentiality concerns, and how victims may enter the EMS system.

Date: 10/5/26             

Time: 1100-1200       

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Nursing Number: 20-1379504          

Instructor: Nick Botticher    

The Weight We Carry: Pediatric Emergencies and Provider Wellness

This one-hour course addresses the emotional toll pediatric emergencies can have on EMS providers. It emphasizes the importance of mental health awareness, identifies critical stressors, and explores strategies for coping and recovery. Participants will engage with a real case study, learn about peer support and CISM, and discuss ways to foster a healthier organizational culture around mental wellness.

Date: 10/5/26

Time: 1300-1400       

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Nursing Number: 20-1377602         

Instructor: Dr. Chadd Mays

Diabetic KetoAcidosis: Clinical Pearls and Pitfalls

This class provides a comprehensive overview of pediatric diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA), a critical and potentially life-threatening complication of diabetes in children. Participants will learn how to recognize, classify, and manage DKA through a structured, evidence-based approach. The session will begin with the diagnosis and classification of DKA, including key laboratory findings and severity criteria used in pediatric patients. Learners will then explore the underlying pathophysiology of DKA, focusing on insulin deficiency, counter-regulatory hormones, and the metabolic processes that lead to hyperglycemia, ketosis, and metabolic acidosis. Understanding these mechanisms will help clarify why specific treatments are used.

The course will also review the primary treatment goals of DKA, including fluid resuscitation, insulin therapy, electrolyte management, and safe correction of metabolic abnormalities. Special attention will be given to the assessment and management of common complications, such as cerebral edema, hypoglycemia, and electrolyte disturbances.

Finally, the class will highlight clinical pearls and common pitfalls in DKA management, equipping learners with practical strategies to avoid errors and improve patient outcomes. By the end of the session, participants will be better prepared to identify DKA early, implement appropriate treatment protocols, and manage complications effectively in pediatric patients.

Date: 10/5/26

Time: 1300-1400       

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Nursing Number: 20-1378193         

Instructor: Wilma Holton     

Cold, Bleeding and Dying: Why the Deadly Diamond Matters in Prehospital Trauma

This class will define the Deadly Diamond of Trauma and explain how its four components interact to increase mortality. We will identify prehospital risk factors and early clinical signs that signal progression toward the Deadly Diamond and apply practical EMS interventions and strategies to interrupt the trauma cascade before hospital arrival.

Date: 10/5/26

Time: 1400-1600       

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Nursing Number: 20-1378194         

Instructor: Dr. Jimmy Scheidler        

Neonatal Resuscitation in the Prehospital Setting

Simulation designed to cover high risk, low frequency neonatal delivery, assessment, and resuscitation in prehospital space not in immediate proximity to an emergency department.

Date: 10/5/26

Time: 1400-1500       

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Nursing Number: 20-1379505         

Instructor: Josh Mills

Lost Child with Cold Exposure: Pediatric Risk & Decision‑Making

This scenario-based session focuses on EMS care after a missing child has been found, allowing providers to concentrate on medical management rather than search operations. The class will emphasize the Wilderness Triad of Hypothermia, Hypoglycemia, and Hypovolemia and its synergistic relationship as a whole.  Participants assess and treat a pediatric patient with prolonged cold exposure in a wilderness setting, emphasizing that hypothermia is a graded and dynamic condition, not a simple yes/no diagnosis. The case highlights key pediatric-specific vulnerabilities that shorten safe exposure times and demonstrates how rescuer actions during packaging, warming, and evacuation can either help or worsen the child’s condition. A secondary complication—such as hypoglycemia—is incorporated to illustrate why children often deteriorate after rescue. Discussion topics include Swiss hypothermia staging, exposure risk assessment, and practical strategies when evacuation is delayed.

Date: 10/5/26

Time: 1500-1600       

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Nursing Number:  20-1378305        

Instructor: Michael Recklein             

Pediatric Burns: Accident or Abuse

This course will discuss the pathophysiology of burns highlighting differences between pediatric and adult. Briefly discuss treatments focusing on how to properly treat the burns and preserve evidence. We will discuss signs that can be seen upon arriving at the scene. We will discuss patterns of behavior by caregivers which may indicate an unsafe situation for the child. We will discuss and identify the point where we will transition from provider to protector and at what point law enforcement should become involved, too soon the caregiver gets nervous and shuts down, too late and the patient as well as providers are in a dangerous situation. We will discuss techniques to cope with separation from caregivers so optimal patient care can be provided. Using care studies, we will review incidents and review examples of wound patterns that indicate potential abuse. We will then address strategies and techniques to cope with the mental and emotional aftermath of such a call on the clinicians. 

Date: 10/5/26

Time: 1600-1800       

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Nursing Number:  20-1378376        

Instructor: Jenifer Richmond            

I Choose You: Family Care After Child Death

In this session the most common causes of pediatric death as well as preventable strategies will be discussed. Case studies will be used to aid in the enforcement of their gained knowledge of caring for loss families. The student will demonstrate the use of tangible items and ways t o help families experiencing the death of a child, including preparing the child for viewing by the family.

Date: 10/5/26

Time: 1600-1700       

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Nursing Number: 20-1378360         

Instructor: Glen Keating       

When Kids Don’t Act Like Themselves: Understanding AMS in Pediatrics

EMS Clinicians get presented with the fill spectrum of complicated presentations across all ages when they are outside of their baseline. One of the most challenging age groups to manage is pediatrics as they come with varying baselines depending on where they are in their development journey. One of the most telling signs of a pediatric patient’s condition is their mental status, but understanding a patient’s “normal” can be a challenge. This presentation looks at pediatric patients and traditional developmental life stages, pertinent to EMS Clinicians. Then the presentation covers common causes of altered mental status in pediatrics, the associated pathophysiology and intervention strategies that can improve the patient’s chances for a return to their baseline. This presentation will also discuss effective ways to solicit information for parents and caregivers and strategies for providing basic psychological aid to them during difficult situations.

Date: 10/5/26

Time: 1700-1800       

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Instructor: Cliff Cobern         

Pediatric Drowning

Pediatric drowning is a leading cause of unintentional injury-related death in children. EMS providers are often the first point of contact for these critical events. This course will equip prehospital providers with the knowledge to assess, manage, and advocate for drowning prevention effectively. The session will also explore the emotional impact of pediatric calls and the provider’s role in community education

Date: 10/6/26

Time: 0800-0900       

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Nursing Number: 20-137830           

Instructor: Scott DeBoer      

Pediatric Medical Pearls and Jeopardy Jewels

Rapid review of pediatric medical emergencies including asthma, seizures, DKA, toxicology, animal bites, pain management/sedation, & more – Delivered via highly interactive group game show format

Date: 10/6/26

Time: 0800-1000       

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Instructor: Shirley Morrison

Communication for EMS

In this presentation EMS providers will be exposed to the basic concepts of communicating. Time will be spent considering the communication aspects when utilizing Medical Command. Then these concepts will be infused into consideration when communicating with EMS patients (adult and pediatric) and other healthcare personnel. This presentation may give EMS providers a new perspective when communicating as an EMS Professional.

Date: 10/6/26

Time: 0800-1200       

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Nursing Number: 20-1378381         

Instructor: Wilma Holton     

EKG: What Means What?

This course equips EMS professionals with the core knowledge needed for timely cardiac rhythm recognition in the prehospital setting. Topics include the cardiac conduction system, systematic evaluation of EKG waveform components, and identification of normal sinus rhythm and a range of dysrhythmias essential for guiding prehospital treatment decisions.

Date: 10/6/26

Time: 0900-1000       

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Nursing Number: 20-1378383         

Instructor: Teresa Richmond            

EMS Response to Sexual Violence

This course prepares EMS professionals to respond confidently and compassionately to patients experiencing sexual violence. Participants will learn how to stabilize acute medical needs, provide trauma-informed emotional support, and safeguard both patient safety and forensic integrity in the prehospital setting.

The training covers recognizing signs of sexual assault, minimizing re-traumatization, preserving potential evidence, understanding consent and confidentiality, and navigating mandated reporting requirements. EMS providers will leave with practical strategies to deliver patient-centered care while coordinating effectively with hospitals, advocates, and law enforcement to ensure a seamless and supportive response.

Date: 10/6/26

Time: 1000-1100       

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Nursing Number: 20-1378385

Instructor: Dr. Patrick Bonasso       

Traumatic Brain Injury in the Pediatric Patient

This session will review the evaluation and management of pediatric trauma patients presenting with moderate and severe traumatic brain injury (TBI). Emphasis will be placed on prehospital assessment, early stabilization, and emergency department management, including airway management, neurologic assessment, and prevention of secondary brain injury. The session will also review the PEGASUS clinical pathway and its role in guiding the care of pediatric patients with suspected TBI. Through representative case examples, participants will examine real-world clinical scenarios to highlight key decision points, reinforce best practices, and identify opportunities to improve care across the trauma system.

Date: 10/6/26

Time: 1000-1100       

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Nursing Number: 20-1378368         

Instructor: Glen Keating       

Pediatric Sepsis Spectrum: From Recognition to Resuscitation

Kids get bugs and get sick. Most of the time these are the “run of the mill” viruses and bacterial infections which can be treated with out-patient primary care therapies. There are a multitude of reasons why these infections can worsen, present with concerning signs and symptoms and become dangerous, life-threatening events which require aggressive resuscitation. This presentation aims to provide the epidemiology of sepsis in pediatrics, common sources of infections, and typical presentations and findings in sepsis. This presentation will also cover best practices in tailored prehospital treatment and resuscitation to different age groups aimed at preventing decompensation and death and improving the chances for a meaningful outcome.

Date: 10/6/26

Time: 1100-1200       

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Instructor: Paul Seamann   

WV Rural EMS Perinatal Care: EMTs Join Medics in New Advanced Options

This course explores real-world ePCR data to highlight the implementation of the new 2026 West Virginia EMT and Paramedic obstetric protocols. Topics include the recognition and management of maternal hypertension, eclampsia, postpartum hemorrhage, and other obstetric emergencies.

Participants will engage in case-based reviews inspired by actual EMS calls, enhanced with hands-on demonstrations using obstetric and premature infant manikins to reinforce critical skills and decision-making in the field.

Date: 10/6/26

Time: 1100-1200       

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Nursing Number: 20-1378386         

Instructor: Jennifer Landis  

The Compensated Pediatric Patient: Why Kids Crash Fast

This session explores the subtle signs of pediatric deterioration and emphasizes early recognition before critical decompensation occurs. Participants will learn practical assessment strategies, prioritization of interventions, and effective communication techniques to ensure safe management and handoff of at-risk pediatric patients in both prehospital and hospital settings.

Date: 10/6/26

Time: 1300-1600       

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Nursing Number: 20-1379482         

Instructor: Dr. Bridgett Morrison     

OB

This course provides a comprehensive, evidence-based review of obstetric (OB) emergencies encountered in prehospital, critical care, and emergency settings. Learners will explore the pathophysiology, recognition, and management of high-risk maternal conditions, including postpartum hemorrhage, hypertensive disorders of pregnancy, obstetric trauma, and complications of labor and delivery. Emphasis is placed on rapid assessment, clinical decision-making, and the integration of both pharmacologic and procedural interventions, such as hemorrhage control techniques and emergent delivery support in resource-limited and transport environments.

Through case-based discussion, simulation, and practical skill application, participants will develop the ability to anticipate deterioration, prioritize interventions, and effectively manage both maternal and neonatal patients. This course is designed to enhance provider confidence and competence in managing time-sensitive OB emergencies, ultimately improving outcomes for mothers and newborns.

Date: 10/6/26

Time: 1300-1400       

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Nursing Number: 20-1378522         

Instructor: Dr. Veronica Godsey      

High-Risk Hearts: What EMS Personnel Need to Know After Stage I Palliation

This session will provide EMS personnel with a focused overview of the pathophysiology and prehospital management of infants following Stage I single ventricle palliation. Participants will gain an understanding of parallel circulation and the balance between systemic and pulmonary blood flow, the key components of the Norwood procedure, and typical baseline findings in this high-risk population. The session will highlight early signs of decompensation, including shunt obstruction, pulmonary over circulation and low cardiac output, and review practical, evidence-informed stabilization principles such as judicious oxygen use, ventilation strategies, and careful fluid administration. Emphasis will be placed on rapid assessment, effective caregiver communication, and timely transport to a pediatric cardiac center to optimize outcomes in this vulnerable interstage group.

Date: 10/6/26

Time: 1300-1400       

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Nursing Number: 20-1378516         

Instructor: Dr. Paige Cook   

Critically Ill Neonate

A focused overview of the recognition and initial management of critically ill neonates in the prehospital environment. 

Date: 10/6/26

Time: 1300-1600       

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Instructor: Julia Zeto               

Prehospital Blood Administration for Ground EMS: Annual Education

This course is for providers who have already attended the initial Prehospital Blood Administration for Ground EMS course. This course is the WVOEMS approved annual education that is required to maintain the blood administration authorization. The course will review general blood transfusion education, blood administration protocols, appropriate transfusion documentation, and basic knowledge of transfusion equipment

Date: 10/6/26

Time: 1400-1500       

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Instructor: Dr. Andrew Farias            

Congenital Heart Disease – Simulation and Hands-On Practice

This hands-on session will reinforce the principles discussed regarding congenital heart disease, with a focus on single ventricle physiology.  We will work through common presentation scenarios and practice initial management principles.

Date: 10/6/26

Time: 1400-1500       

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Nursing Number: 20-1378510         

Instructor: Ashley Carpenter             

Human Trafficking: Understanding Victimization & How to Respond

This introductory course equips West Virginia EMS providers with the knowledge and practical tools to recognize and respond to human trafficking in prehospital settings. Participants will learn how trafficking presents in rural, suburban, and interstate corridor communities across West Virginia, common red flag indicators in emergency calls, and the unique dynamics of labor and sex trafficking — including familial trafficking.

The training emphasizes trauma-informed, victim-centered care; safety considerations when a trafficker may be present; mandated reporting responsibilities under West Virginia law; and strategies for documentation and referral. EMS professionals will leave with increased confidence in identifying potential victims, asking safe and appropriate questions, and connecting patients to local and state resources for support and protection.

Date: 10/6/26

Time: 1500-1600       

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Instructor: Dr. Andrew Farias            

Status Epilepticus – Lecture, Simulation and Hands-On Practice

This hybrid session will discuss seizures, status epilepticus, and initial management principles.  We will reinforce this learning with a hands-on simulation component working through different scenarios.

Date: 10/6/26

Time: 1500-1700       

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Nursing Number: 20-1378531         

Instructor: Jason Rucker      

Mandatory Reporting in Pediatrics

EMS providers are told they’re mandatory reporters but rarely taught how to fulfill that responsibility. This course closes that gap with WV‑specific law, practical field guidance, and scenario‑based learning that prepares you for the calls where a child’s safety depends on your judgment.

Date: 10/6/26

Time: 1600-1700       

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Nursing Number: 20-1379483         

Instructor: Jenny Murray       

Orthopedic Injuries: Identification, Assessment and Differentiation from Abuse

This course provides a comprehensive overview of orthopedic injuries with a focused emphasis on distinguishing accidental injuries from those resulting from physical abuse. Participants will explore the anatomy and biomechanics of the musculoskeletal system, common fracture patterns, and mechanisms of injury in pediatric populations. The course will examine clinical, radiologic, and historical indicators that may raise concern for non-accidental trauma, including inconsistencies in reported mechanisms, delayed presentation, and injury patterns suggestive of inflicted harm.

Date: 10/6/26

Time: 1700-1800       

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Nursing Number:  20-1378511        

Instructor: Herk Dawson     

Medical Emergencies in Special Needs Children

From living with it at home to handling it in the emergency setting, how do we work with the special needs community? The course will look at the different spectrums and challenges of working with the special needs community from the point of view of an instructor who is a special needs parent.

Date: 10/7/26

Time: 0800-1200       

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Nursing Number:  20-1378542        

Instructor: TBD Dr. Sean Hanlon    

SPARK Review: Study of Pediatric Assessment and Response for Kids

A SPARK Review is a structured process used in healthcare or EMS to analyze a case, identify lessons learned, and improve future patient care.  The goal is to promote learning in a supportive, non-punitive environment while identifying opportunities for improvement, education and system changes.