Protocol Status: PUBLISHED
Protocol:
Version: 2026.01
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Clinical Note: This content reflects current GCEMS clinical guidelines as of the dates listed above. If content appears inconsistent with current policy, use the most recent approved guideline and notify leadership for correction.

JumpSTART Pediatrics

 

Able to walk relocate to a certain area?

 

  • Yes

 

    • Minor

 

      • Secondary Triage

 

      • Non-ambulatory patients are then assessed

 

  • No

 

Spontaneous Breathing?

 

  • No

 

    • position airway

 

Breathing?

 

  • Yes

 

    • Immediate

 

  • No

 

Palpable Pulse?

 

  • No

 

    • Expectant

 

  • Yes

 

    • 5 Rescue Breaths

 

Spontaneous Breathing?

 

  • Yes

 

    • Immediate

 

  • No

 

    • Expectant

 

Respiratory Rate?

 

  • <15 or > 45/min

 

    • Immediate

 

  • 15-45/min

 

Palpable Pulse?

 

  • No

 

    • Immediate

 

  • Yes

 

AVPU

 

Inappropriate "P" (e.g. posturing) or Unresponsive?

 

  • Yes

 

    • Immediate

 

"A", "V", or "P" appropriate?

 

  • Yes

 

    • Delayed

 

 

  • Use JumpSTART if the patient appears to be a child.

 

  • Use the Adult System, such as the START, if the Patient appears to be a young adult.