Pediatric Resuscitation Cart Age-Specific Equipment Audit

Inspection template for verifying that pediatric crash carts stock age-appropriate airway equipment, intraosseous access supplies, and defibrillation pads, with readiness checks aligned to monthly cart inspection expectations.

Cart Identification and Access

• Cart is clearly identified as pediatric resuscitation or pediatric crash cart
• Cart is unobstructed and accessible in the designated location
• Tamper seal or lock is intact and matches the documented inspection record
• Inspection date and inspector name are documented on the cart log

Pediatric Airway Equipment

• Pediatric bag-valve-mask devices are stocked in appropriate infant, child, and pediatric sizes
• Oropharyngeal airways are stocked in age-appropriate sizes
• Nasopharyngeal airways are stocked in age-appropriate sizes
• Endotracheal tube sizes required for pediatric patients are present and within expiration date
• Laryngoscope blades and handles are present, functional, and appropriate for pediatric airway management

Intraosseous Access Supplies

• Pediatric intraosseous access device is present
• Appropriate pediatric IO needle sizes are stocked
• IO extension set, flush supplies, and securement materials are present

Defibrillator and Pediatric Pad Readiness

• Defibrillator powers on and completes self-check without error
• Battery charge is within acceptable operating range
• Pediatric defibrillation pads or pediatric attenuator pads are stocked and not expired
• ECG cable and pad connection accessories are present and undamaged
• Pediatric pad placement guidance is available on or with the cart

Supply Integrity and Expiration Review

• All airway, IO, and defibrillation supplies inspected are within expiration date
• Packaging is intact with no visible damage, contamination, or missing components
• Any missing, damaged, or expired item is documented for replacement