Welcome to Episode 1 of the Paediatric Mini-Series!
In this episode, we’re joined by the brilliant
Dr Andrew Tagg — emergency physician and co-founder of
Don't Forget the Bubbles — to explore one of the most powerful tools in paediatric emergency care: the
Paediatric Assessment Triangle (PAT).
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What We Cover: 🔺 What is the Paediatric Assessment Triangle (PAT)?
🔺 The three components:
Appearance,
Work of Breathing, and
Circulation to Skin 🔺 How to use the PAT in real-time, high-pressure scenarios
🔺 Clinical red flags to watch for
🔺 Practical tips for students and paramedics to build confidence and competence with paediatric patients
Whether you’re on placement, preparing for an OSCE, or heading into a paeds call for the first time — this episode will help you level up your clinical toolkit.
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Key Takeaway: The PAT is a rapid, visual, hands-off tool that can give you an immediate picture of a child's clinical status — before even touching them. It's about
what you see, not just what you measure.
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Further Resources:Don't Forget The BubblesDFTB - The Paediatric Assessment TriangleApproach to Paediatrics with Dr Andy Tagg
DISCLAIMER: All of the opinions of each individual on 'The Student Paramedic Podcast' are their own.
