Rapid pediatric assessment using appearance, breathing, and circulation
General appearance and neurological status
Alert, interactive, consolable, good muscle tone
Lethargic, inconsolable, poor muscle tone, altered mental status
Respiratory effort and airway patency
Normal rate and effort, no distress, clear speech/cry
Abnormal airway sounds, retractions, abnormal positioning
Skin color, temperature, and perfusion
Normal skin color, warm extremities, good capillary refill
Pale, mottled, or cyanotic skin, poor capillary refill >3 seconds
Quick visual assessment to identify critically ill or injured children requiring immediate intervention.