Pediatric Emergency Triage
Specialized assessment for pediatric patients
Pediatric Assessment Triangle (PAT)
Quick visual assessment - takes less than 30 seconds
Appearance
Work of Breathing
Circulation
Assign Triage Level
Based on complete assessment including PAT, vitals, and history
Pediatric Triage Tips
• Children can compensate well but decompensate rapidly
• Use age-appropriate vital sign ranges
• Consider parental concern as a vital sign
• Fever response varies by age (especially <3 months)
• Pain assessment should use age-appropriate scales