Broselow® Pediatric Emergency Tape
Fast, Accurate Pediatric Assessment in Emergencies

The Broselow® Pediatric Emergency Tape is a globally recognized, color-coded tool designed to support rapid decision-making during pediatric emergencies. By correlating a child’s height to their estimated weight, it provides immediate guidance on medication dosing, equipment sizing, and defibrillation settings—helping clinicians respond quickly and accurately in critical situations.

Key Features

• Color-Coded System: Simplifies pediatric assessment and reduces calculation errors
• Height-to-Weight Correlation: Instantly estimates patient weight based on length
• Clinical Guidance: Provides pre-calculated medication dosages, equipment sizes, and defibrillation levels
• Widely Recognized Standard: Used globally and referenced in medical textbooks and emergency protocols
• Quick & Easy to Use: Ideal for high-pressure, time-sensitive environments

Clinical Applications

• Emergency Departments (ED): Rapid pediatric assessment and intervention
• EMS & First Responders: Field use for accurate dosing and equipment selection
• Pediatric Care Units: Standardized approach to emergency treatment
• Crash Carts & Code Situations: Essential tool for pediatric resuscitation readiness

Specifications

• Patient Range: Children up to approximately 12 years old
• Maximum Weight: ~36 kg (80 lbs)
• Format: Color-coded measuring tape
• Use: Single patient assessment tool (non-sterile)

Benefits

• Reduces medication dosing errors in pediatric emergencies
• Speeds up clinical decision-making under pressure
• Standardizes care across providers and settings
• Improves patient safety and treatment accuracy

FAQ's

What is the Broselow Tape used for?
It is used to estimate a child’s weight based on height and provide guidance for medication dosing, equipment sizing, and defibrillation settings in emergencies.

Why is the Broselow Tape important?
It helps reduce calculation errors and saves critical time during pediatric emergencies.

What age range is it designed for?
For children up to about 12 years old or approximately 36 kg (80 lbs).

Who uses the Broselow Tape?
Emergency physicians, paramedics, nurses, and other healthcare professionals involved in pediatric emergency care.

The Broselow® Pediatric Emergency Tape is a trusted standard for fast, accurate pediatric emergency assessment and treatment.