Pediatric Weight Estimate (APLS)
Pediatric Weight Estimate (APLS) - a deterministic tool in Sophie Well's EMS & Field Medicine group.
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What this is
Pediatric Weight Estimate (APLS) is one of 230 deterministic tools in Sophie Well's EMS & Field Medicine group. Pediatric Weight Estimate (APLS) - a deterministic tool in Sophie Well's EMS & Field Medicine group.
When to use it
Use this tool when you need a quick, citable reference. Every calculation runs entirely in your browser - no inputs leave your device, no account is required, no AI is involved. The site enforces a strict Content Security Policy and ships no analytics or third-party CDN.
References
Advanced Paediatric Life Support (APLS), 6th ed. (Advanced Life Support Group), Wiley-Blackwell 2016. Age-based weight estimate: 0-12 mo (months/2)+4 kg; 1-5 yr (2 x years)+8 kg; 6-12 yr (3 x years)+7 kg. A calibrated weighing is the gold standard; the Broselow tape is not bundled. Read the source ↗
Worked example: Estimated weight 18 kg (39.7 lb) by APLS: (2 x years) + 8.
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