Sample Emergency Department Policy for Assessment and Reassessment of Pediatric Patients

Resource Overview

• Provided as a sample policy outlining standardized initial assessment and reassessment processes for pediatric patients in the ED.
• Defines age-specific vital sign expectations, escalation criteria, and documentation standards.
• Emphasizes early recognition of clinical deterioration and safe, timely disposition.
  

How to Use This Resource

• Adapt as a template to standardize pediatric assessment and reassessment workflows in your ED.
• Align triage, monitoring frequency, escalation triggers, and discharge practices with best practices.
• Incorporate into staff education, simulation training, and quality improvement initiatives.