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  • 1.  Broselow™ Pediatric Emergency Tape, 2025 Edition

    Posted 20 days ago

    Just a quick heads-up, the Broselow Tape has been updated again (the last version was from 2019). Last time DNV visited our facility this was one of the things they specifically checked. So, I figured I would give everyone a heads up!

    The new updates listed on the website- Broselow™ Pediatric Emergency Tape, 2025 Edition | Armstrong Medical

    NEW UPDATES:

    Experience streamlined functionality with our newly updated tape featuring vibrant color zones, reorganized tables, and added quick-reference vitals for faster decision making. Obsolete drugs have been removed, essential updates like 3% Hypertonic Saline added, and critical airway specifications highlighted for universal clarity. This version ensures enhanced usability and reflects current guidelines.

    • Updated Guidelines: Reflects current guidelines.
    • Optimized Emergency Data: Added weights on both sides of the tape, quick-reference vitals on color zones, and modernized ISMP recommendations. Adjusted headers for streamlined resuscitation flow.
    • Refined Design: Front panel rearrangements, QR Code, "Red to Head" nomenclature, vibrant color zones, and updated AirLife logo with the new version number for 2025 updates.
    • Enhanced Reference Tools: Ideal Body Weight table now consolidates all information with clear titling and sourcing. Ventilator settings and recommended concentration tables reorganized for better usability.
    • Drug and Equipment Adjustments: Obsolete drugs removed, newer essentials added, and critical airway device specifications highlighted for universal clarity.


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    Megan Iiams BSN;RN
    Cedar Rapids IA
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  • 2.  RE: Broselow™ Pediatric Emergency Tape, 2025 Edition

    Posted 19 days ago

    Hi Megan!

    EMSC (Emergency Medical Services for Children) issued a recall notice for the 2025 Broselow tape from both Air Life and Armstrong Medical. Have they released any updates since then?

     

    RECALL: 2025 Broselow Tape

    Dear Colleagues,

     

    As you may be aware, the 2025 edition of the Broselow Pediatric Emergency Tape, manufactured under the AirLife brand (model 36-23446 rev 2), has been recalled due to incorrect information printed on the tape. This issue may impact the accuracy of weight-based dosing and equipment selection during pediatric emergencies.

     

    Airlife and Armstrong Medical have issued an official recall of the affected products. Users are advised to immediately discontinue use, quarantine any remaining stock, and follow the instructions outlined in the recall documentation.

     

    Below, you will find:

     

    ·     The official recall letter

    ·     Research Review and Common Queries document regarding the 2025 Broselow Tape and 2025 AHA PALS Guidelines

     

    Please share this information within your networks to ensure widespread awareness and patient safety.

     

    Thank you for your attention to this matter.

     

     

    Sam Vance, MHA, LP

    Program Manager, Texas EMS for Children

    1102 Bates Avenue

    Suite 1850

    Houston, Texas 77030-3411

     

    Phone: 832-824-EMSC (3672)

    Website: www.bcm.edu/emsc



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    Ronnie Hamilton MSN, RN, LP, CEN, TCRN
    Emergency Services Clinical Educator
    Christus St. Elizabeth Hospital
    Beaumont, TX
    ronnie.hamilton@christushealth.org
    (409) 236-8396
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  • 3.  RE: Broselow™ Pediatric Emergency Tape, 2025 Edition

    Posted 19 days ago

    Interesting! I am not sure! (It's available which makes me think it's fixed) but I guess I am not sure,'I just noticed it!



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    Megan Iiams BSN;RN
    Cedar Rapids IA
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  • 4.  RE: Broselow™ Pediatric Emergency Tape, 2025 Edition

    Posted 18 days ago

    Greetings all - Regarding the 2025 tape, Megan is correct - The tape was recently recalled related to a few printing issues, however, I've been told that the replacements are actively being printed & should hopefully be available soon 

    cheers

    Scott

    p.s. as one of the nurse consultants for the 2025 tape, I'm admittedly biased, but the revisions really are great - so many things that people have asked for over the years have been removed, added, & updated - I really think you will like it



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    Scott DeBoer RN,MSN,CPEN,EMT-P
    Founder
    Pedi-Ed-Trics Emergency Medical Solutions
    Reunion, Florida
    888-280-PEDS (7337)
    Scott@PediEd.com
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  • 5.  RE: Broselow™ Pediatric Emergency Tape, 2025 Edition

    Posted 10 days ago

    Good Evening,

    Thank you for sharing this information. Is this only for the Airlife Broselow tape?  I could not find the information for Armstrong's recall. 

    Sincerely,

    Tabitha



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    Tabitha Legambi, DNP, RN, CEN, CNE
    ED Nurse-Ascension Saint Agnes Hospital
    Assistant Professor and Vice Chair
    University of Maryland Baltimore
    School of Nursing
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  • 6.  RE: Broselow™ Pediatric Emergency Tape, 2025 Edition

    Posted 9 days ago

     Hi Tabitha et al

    For the AirLife vs. Armstrong recall - Quick moral of the story - AirLife is the current "owner" of the tape, i.e. the ones responsible for revisions, etc.  Armstrong Medical is the distributor of the tape in the US.  Same tape - One company "makes it" - The other "sells & distributes it"

    Hope this helps

    Scott

    p.s. I'm told the revised 2025 tapes are now at the printers - Hopefully out to the bedside soon



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    Scott DeBoer RN,MSN,CPEN,EMT-P
    Founder
    Pedi-Ed-Trics Emergency Medical Solutions
    Reunion, Florida
    888-280-PEDS (7337)
    Scott@PediEd.com
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