Which statement is true about BRUE assessment and transport?

Which statement is true about BRUE assessment and transport?

• A. BLS transport is used for all BRUE
• B. ALS transport is used for asymptomatic with signs
• C. BRUE assessment does not include blood glucose monitoring
• D. ALS transport is used for symptomatic BRUE

Answer: (D)

Assessing BRUE centers on the patient’s current condition and whether there are ongoing or new concerning signs. When a BRUE is symptomatic—signs such as respiratory distress, poor perfusion, or altered mental status—the patient should be transported with advanced life support capabilities because they may require IV/IO access, medications, or airway management. If the child remains asymptomatic and stable after initial evaluation, basic life support transport can be appropriate, but not for all BRUE cases. Also, part of the BRUE assessment is checking blood glucose to rule out hypoglycemia as a reversible cause, so the statement that glucose monitoring isn’t done is incorrect.

Assessing BRUE centers on the patient’s current condition and whether there are ongoing or new concerning signs. When a BRUE is symptomatic—signs such as respiratory distress, poor perfusion, or altered mental status—the patient should be transported with advanced life support capabilities because they may require IV/IO access, medications, or airway management. If the child remains asymptomatic and stable after initial evaluation, basic life support transport can be appropriate, but not for all BRUE cases. Also, part of the BRUE assessment is checking blood glucose to rule out hypoglycemia as a reversible cause, so the statement that glucose monitoring isn’t done is incorrect.