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App Information: Pedi Quick Ref (PQR)

This post was contributed by Ray Coleman of Creative Custom Applications.

PQR is an application for iOS devices developed by Creative Custom Applications. PQR is an easy to use quick reference for weight based pediatric treatment guidelines. Life saving information is quickly available on your iOS device. PQR includes:

  • Resuscitation & Arrhythmias
  • Postresuscitation
  • Rapid Sequence Intubation
  • Seizure
  • Overdose
  • ICP
  • Fluids
  • Equipment
  • Vital signs

There is a button on the top right of the main screen which indicates the current selected weight/color. Clicking on the button brings up a pick list that allows you to select the weight/age of your patient. Each selection is color coded for use with color coded pediatric kits and tape based systems.

PQR is organized so that you can find and isolated the data you need quickly. Perfect for any healthcare provider dealing with pediatric patients. PQR works on iOS 3.0 or higher. Available on iTunes,  PQR is bargain at $0.99.

Ray Coleman is a former Fire/EMS Captain who currently works as a seasonal Park Ranger/Paramedic for the National Park Service. Ray also has 20+ years computer/programming experience and is a mobile application programmer.

By Greg Friese

Greg Friese, Stevens Point, Wisconsin, is an author, educator, paramedic, and marathon runner.

Greg was the co-host of the award winning EMSEduCast podcast, the only podcast by and for EMS educators. Greg has written for EMS1.com, JEMS.com, Wilderness Medical Associates, JEMS Magazine, EMSWorld.com and EMS World Magazine, and the NAEMSE Educator Newsletter.