pediatrics-calculators

name	pediatrics-calculators
description	Use when applying pediatric decision rules or growth/weight-based calculations. Includes PECARN head injury rule, CDC/WHO growth standards, weight-based dosing rules, Holliday-Segar maintenance fluids, and Parkland burn formula.

Pediatrics Calculators

Description

This skill provides structured guidance for pediatric clinical calculators and decision rules. It supports accurate input collection, calculation, interpretation, and safety caveats.

Quick Reference

Tool	Use
PECARN Head Injury Rule	Identify very low risk of clinically important TBI
CDC Growth Charts	Growth percentiles for ages 2 to 20 years
WHO Growth Standards	Growth percentiles for birth to 24 months
Pediatric Weight-Based Dosing	Historical dosing rules (Clark, Young, Fried)
Holliday-Segar	Maintenance fluid calculation (4-2-1 rule)
Parkland Formula	Burn resuscitation volume calculation

Interactive Mode (Lightweight)

1. Confirm clinical context and intended tool.
2. Collect required inputs with units and timing.
3. Validate inclusion and exclusion criteria.
4. Apply tool and present results with interpretation.
5. Provide safety caveats and next-step guidance.

Tools

• PECARN Head Injury Rule
• CDC Growth Charts
• WHO Growth Standards
• Pediatric Weight-Based Dosing
• Holliday-Segar Maintenance Fluids
• Parkland Formula

Safety and Limitations

• Support tool only; not diagnostic or prescriptive.
• Use local policies and clinical judgment.
• Pediatric calculations require age- and weight-appropriate validation.

References

See: references/pediatrics-calculators-sources.md