Children’s Mercy Kansas City
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Association of Emergency Department Pediatric Readiness With Mortality to 1 Year Among Injured Children Treated at Trauma Centers
2022
· Oregon Health & Science University,
· Stanford University,
· University of Pittsburgh,
· University of Utah,
· University of Iowa,
· Brown University
This journal article describes how emergency departments that are better prepared to care for children can help lower the risk of death for injured kids, …
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Emergency Preparedness Go Bag Checklist
2024
· Children's Mercy Kansas City
This checklist describes what to pack in an emergency go bag for families, including first aid supplies, water, flashlight, batteries, cash, and important documents. It …
Changes in the Management of Children with Brief Resolved Unexplained Events (BRUEs)
This article discusses changes in managing children with brief resolved unexplained events (BRUE), focusing on reduced hospitalization rates and the importance of clinical evaluation and …
Pediatric Emergency Preparedness for Mass Gatherings and Special Events
2004
· University of Pittsburgh
This article is about preparing for emergencies involving children at large events with over 1,000 people. It describes how nurses and health care providers play …
The Child Opportunity Index and Pediatric Emergency Medical Services Utilization
2023
· Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital,
· Northwestern University,
· The University of Chicago Medicine,
· Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh,
· University of Pittsburgh,
· University of Florida
This article discusses how the Child Opportunity Index, which measures resources and conditions for children in different neighborhoods, relates to how often kids use emergency …
Parent-ish
This webpage features Parent-ish, a resource for parents provided by Children’s Mercy. The site offers helpful information and advice on parenting topics, health tips, and …
Safe Sleep, Safe Babies
This webpage describes ways to keep babies safe while they sleep. It explains that babies should always sleep on their backs, alone, and in a …
Talking to Kids About Tragedies
2019
· Children's Mercy Kansas City
This webpage describes how parents and caregivers can talk to kids about tragic events. It suggests being honest but using age-appropriate language, listening to children's …
We Care (Trauma-Informed Care)
This webpage explains how trauma-informed care is used to support children and families. It helps people who have experienced difficult or stressful events by understanding …
Powering Families: A Learning Series from Children’s Mercy
This webinar series offers guidance to parents and families to support their children’s health and well-being. It covers important topics, including safety and mental health, …