Article
Accuracy of the Broselow tape in estimating the weight of First Nations children
Précision du ruban Broselow pour estimer le poids des enfants des Premières Nations
Fall 2011
Volume 16 - Issue 4
Stephanie Bourdeau, Julie Copeland, W. Ken Milne
Details
ISSN Number: 12037796
Language: English/French
Format: PDF
Pages: 12–16
Content Summary
This study evaluates the accuracy of the Broselow tape in estimating the weight of First Nations children. The research found that the tape often underestimates weight, raising concerns about its reliability in this population. The study suggests the need for alternative methods or adjustments to improve weight estimation accuracy.
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PediatricsIndigenous healthPublic healthRural medicinePrimary care