What does Broselow tape determine in pediatric patients?

• A. Weight in kilograms and color code
• B. Blood pressure category
• C. Height and age
• D. Temperature category

Answer: (A)

The Broselow tape is a length-based, color-coded weight estimation tool used in pediatric emergencies to quickly determine a child’s weight and the corresponding color band. By laying the tape along the child’s length, you get an estimated weight in kilograms and a color code that maps to specific drug dosages and equipment sizes. This helps clinicians choose meds and sizes without delays. It does not provide a blood pressure category, height and age together, or a temperature category, which is why those options aren’t correct.