Focus on...Paediatric Emergency Meds Flashcard
Focus On – Paediatric Emergency Medications ID Badge Card
February 2026
Quick, accurate paediatric medication recall can be the difference between hesitation and confident action in emergency care. That’s why we’re excited to spotlight the Paediatric Emergency Medications ID Badge Card — a compact, waterproof clinical reference designed for nurses, paramedics, medics, ECAs, and students.
Updated to Reflect the 2026 RCUK Paediatric Emergency Drug Chart (Version 3)
This card is based on the latest Resuscitation Council UK (RCUK) paediatric emergency drug recommendations — specifically the February 2026 Paediatric Emergency Drug Chart (Version 3). The newest UK guideline sheet refines age-specific doses, airway tube sizing, cardioversion energy and critical drug prompts to help make emergency medication decisions easier and safer in the moments that matter most.
What’s new in the 2026 V3 chart that our flash card reflects:
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Clearer weight-based doses for core emergency drugs such as adrenaline, amiodarone, atropine and lorazepam — helping reduce errors under pressure.
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Updated cardioversion energy guidance tailored to age/weight: starting at 1 J/kg and increasing if needed.
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Enhanced anaphylaxis adrenaline guidance, including repeat IM dosing and transition to IV infusion for refractory cases.
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Refined airway and tracheal tube size recommendations for neonates and children, aligned with 2025 guideline evidence.
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Standardised glucose dosing for hypoglycaemia during paediatric emergencies.
These changes help align practice with the most recent evidence and UK consensus, making the badge card a practical reflection of real-world clinical needs.
What's on the Card
This double-sided badge reference puts the essential drug prompts and calculations right at your fingertips:
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Adrenaline (IV/IO bolus doses based on weight)
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Amiodarone in cardiac arrest
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Atropine for bradycardia
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Cardioversion energy and timing
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Lorazepam for seizures
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Anaphylaxis adrenaline dosing protocols
…and other critical paediatric medication cues.
Built for Real-World Use
This isn’t a laminated cheat sheet — it’s a professional-grade clinical reference:
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Durable & waterproof – tough plastic construction makes it suitable for everyday clinical environments.
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Pocket-ready – credit-card size fits stethoscope pouches, badge reels or lanyards (attachments not included).
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Instant recall – ideal when digital resources aren’t practical or time is critical.
Who Will Benefit
This card is perfect for clinicians and students across sectors — from frontline ambulance services to emergency departments and paediatric wards — who want medication prompts that match contemporary UK guidelines.
Emergencies are unpredictable. Your medication knowledge doesn’t have to be.
👉 The Paediatric Emergency Medications ID Badge Card is available now in the Star Resources store. Priced at just £3.75 including free p&P (UK only) - click here for more details.