Pediatric Nursing Templates
Children are not small adults, and pediatric documentation reflects that: weight-based care, developmental stage, caregiver input and age-appropriate pain tools. This form keeps those pediatric-specific fields alongside the usual systems review.
1 free template
Guides for this topic
- Pain Assessment Documentation: Scales, OLDCARTS and Reassessment
- Head-to-Toe Assessment Documentation: A System-by-System Guide
Questions
Which pain scale should I use for children?
It depends on age and ability to self-report. Common choices include FLACC for young or nonverbal children and faces scales for older children. Use the tool your unit specifies.
Does the form give normal vital sign ranges?
No. Ranges vary by age and reference source. Use your facility's pediatric reference ranges.