Disaster Research Literature Review
The Pediatric Disaster Medicine Literature Review is a scoping review that aimed to catalogue and appraise the past 20+ years of pediatric disaster medicine research. The multidisciplinary literature review core team was comprised of several physicians, data scientists, and a medical librarian.
Psychological Impact of Disasters on Children: Review of Assessment and Interventions
This review article discusses the psychiatric problems experienced by children following disasters, exploring the nature, management options, and the process for organizing psychological interventions. The …
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Qualitative Methods in the Development of a National Child and Family Disaster Mental Health Research Training Program
Conducting research in the aftermath of disasters presents challenges due to chaotic conditions, ethical concerns, and limited resources. The focus is on understanding the impact …
Perceived Barriers of Non-U.S. Healthcare Providers to Responding During Mass Casualty Incidents
2009
· Loma Linda University
This study explores the perceptions and attitudes of healthcare providers in various countries regarding their ability and willingness to respond to mass casualty incidents (MCIs). …
Design and Evaluation of a Disaster Preparedness Logistics Tool
This article outlines the development and testing of the Pediatric Emergency Decision Support System (PEDSS), a dynamic tool designed for pediatric victim disaster planning. The …
Fluid Therapy in Pediatric Victims of the 2003 Bam, Iran Earthquake
This study analyzes the clinical and therapeutic approaches for pediatric crush victims following a devastating earthquake in Southeastern Iran. With a focus on fluid therapy …
Hurricane Katrina and Perinatal Health
2009
· Tulane University
This article examines the impact of Hurricane Katrina on perinatal health, focusing on pregnant and postpartum women. Short-term disruptions in obstetric and neonatal care post-Katrina …
HAZUS Modeling for Hurricane Effect on a Healthcare Campus: Implications for Health Care Planning
This study models the damage to a healthcare campus post-hurricane to aid in pre- and post-storm planning for healthcare services and evacuations. Using HAZUS analysis, …
A State Survey of Emergency Department Preparedness for the Care of Children in a Mass Casualty Event
The article discusses a survey conducted on emergency department medical directors in Arkansas regarding the preparedness of hospitals in caring for children during mass casualty …
Factors Predicting Individual Emergency Preparedness: A Multi-State Analysis of 2006 BRFSS Data
2009
· The University of Kansas
This article examines what factors make people more likely to be ready for emergencies. It uses data from a 2006 survey in five states. Although …
If Schools Are Closed, Who Will Watch Our Kids? Family Caregiving And Other Sources Of Role Conflict Among Nurses During Large-Scale Outbreaks
2009
· University of Ottawa
This article explores the concerns of Canadian emergency and critical care nurses regarding the support needed during infectious disease outbreaks. It highlights the work-family and …