Paediatric Respiratory Distress ID Badge Card Nurse Student Paramedic FREC Ambulance

Carry critical paediatric respiratory assessment criteria with you at all times. This durable ID badge card is designed as a quick reference tool for healthcare professionals — ideal for nurses, students, paramedics, ECAs, CFRs, or community responders who need rapid, reliable information in high-pressure situations.

Features & Specifications

• Bank-card size (approx. 54 × 86 mm), ISO standard — same size and thickness as a standard credit card

• Made from 100% durable plastic with a transparent protective overlay — waterproof, wipe-clean, and built for daily use

• Includes a 1.5 cm punched hole — attaches easily to lanyards, badge reels, or holders (not included)

• Double-sided printing — packed with essential paediatric respiratory reference data

What’s on the Card

• Key signs of paediatric respiratory distress

• Age-specific respiratory rates for rapid comparison

• Chest recession and accessory muscle use indicators

• A structured overview of how children present with increased work of breathing

The Science Behind It
Children are not simply “small adults” — their higher metabolic demands and smaller airway diameter mean that even minor obstruction or fatigue can rapidly lead to deterioration. This card summarises the most clinically relevant signs, grounded in paediatric physiology, to help you identify red flags early. By having this reference at hand, you can support timely decision-making and escalation of care when every second counts.

Why You’ll Love It
Compact, reliable, and evidence-informed — this aide-memoire supports learning and practice, ensuring you’re never without the essentials when assessing a child in respiratory distress. It’s also a thoughtful and practical gift for students or colleagues entering paediatric emergency care.

Disclaimer
Every effort has been made to ensure the content of this ID Badges is accurate. No responsibility will be taken for any inaccuracies, omissions or errors. The information contained in these flash cards is for general information purposes only and do not in any way substitute for correct, medical training. Due to the variance in National Clinical Guidelines and Protocols, we suggest you take a moment to compare the information with your own specific organisation to ensure there are no discrepancies.

Copyright
These ID Badges are for personal use only. By purchasing these cards you agree not to post versions online, distribute the content to others, alter images/text, or resell for commercial use. All copyrights and ownership for these images are retained by ©Star Resources 2025.