Estimating the Weight of Children During Simulated Emergency Situations Using the Broselow Tape: Are We Underestimating the Risks of Errors?
Conclusions
Although most residents reported knowledge of the Broselow tape, 40% made erroneous weight estimations by at least 10% with the first use in this simulation study. With repeated use, they improved significantly over time. Teaching appropriate use of the Broselow tape should be part of residency-training curricula and pediatric advanced life support course.
Source: Pediatric Emergency Care - Category: Emergency Medicine Tags: Original Articles Source Type: research
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