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Assessing, measuring and monitoring vital signs in infants, children and young people

Last quality assured: 09/04/2026
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This resource provides guidance on assessing, measuring and monitoring vital signs in infants, children, and young people across various health care settings. It covers key skills, including observation, communication and the use of tools like Paediatric Early Warning Scores (PEWS).

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All nurse roles

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R

Rebekah

Overend

Professional Lead for Children and Young People

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Last reviewed: 09/04/2026

Last quality assured: 09/04/2026
7-minute read