The accuracy of emergency weight estimation systems in children—a systematic review and meta-analysis
Abstract The safe and effective administration of fluids and medications during the management of medical emergencies in children depends on an appropriately determined dose, based on body weight. Weight can often not be measured in these circumstances and a convenient, quick and accurate method of...
Main Authors: | Mike Wells, Lara Nicole Goldstein, Alison Bentley |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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BMC
2017-09-01
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Series: | International Journal of Emergency Medicine |
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Online Access: | http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12245-017-0156-5 |
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