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*[[Trauma (peds)]] | |||
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Revision as of 21:37, 22 January 2017
Pediatric car seat rules[1]
| Age | Type of Car Seat | Position | Comments |
| <2 years old | Infant-only or convertible car seat | Back seat, rear-facing | If child height or weight > seat limit (usually ~40-65lbs), go to next age up |
| 2-8 years old | Convertible or combination car seat | Back seat, forward-facing | If child height or weight > seat limit, go to next age up |
| 8-12 years old | Booster seat | Back seat, forward-facing | If child height or weight > seat limit (usually 4' 9"), go to next age up |
| 12-13 years old | Lap and shoulder seat belt | Front or back seat, forward-facing |