Free PALS Practice Test
Test your Pediatric Advanced Life Support knowledge with 15 questions covering the core AHA content areas. Instant feedback and detailed explanations for every answer.
What Is the PALS Certification?
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) is an American Heart Association (AHA) certification required for healthcare providers who care for critically ill infants and children. PALS teaches a systematic approach to pediatric assessment, effective resuscitation, stabilization, and team dynamics during pediatric emergencies.
Who Needs PALS Certification?
- Emergency department nurses and physicians
- Pediatric ICU (PICU) and NICU nurses
- Paramedics and advanced EMTs
- Respiratory therapists working with pediatric patients
- Nursing students pursuing pediatric or emergency specialties
What to Expect on the PALS Exam
The PALS exam consists of a written (cognitive) portion and a skills testing portion. The written exam includes 50 multiple-choice questions covering the eight core AHA content areas: BLS for infants and children, the systematic approach to pediatric assessment, recognition of respiratory distress and failure, recognition and management of shock, cardiac arrest algorithms, bradycardia and tachycardia algorithms, and post-cardiac arrest care. You need a score of 84% or higher to pass.
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