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The Management of Children and Youth With Pediatric Mental and Behavioral Health Emergencies
2023
· American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP),
· American College of Emergency Physicians,
· Emergency Nurses Association (ENA)
This policy statement is about managing mental and behavioral health emergencies in children and youth. It describes the increasing visits to emergency departments for issues …
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Guidance on the Use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for Pediatric Care in Ambulatory Care Settings During the SARS-CoV-2 Pandemic
This webpage provides clinical guidance on using personal protective equipment (PPE) for pediatric care in ambulatory settings during the COVID-19 pandemic. It covers PPE types, …
Guidance on Newborn Screening During COVID-19
This webpage provides guidance on newborn screening during the COVID-19 pandemic. It emphasizes the importance of timely and appropriate screening procedures for newborns, including tests …
Clinical Guidance: Family Presence Policies for Pediatric Inpatient Settings During the COVID-19 Pandemic
This webpage discusses family presence policies in pediatric inpatient settings during the COVID-19 pandemic. It emphasizes the importance of maintaining family-centered care while ensuring infection …
Interim Guidance on Supporting the Emotional and Behavioral Health Needs of Children, Adolescents, and Families During the COVID-19 Pandemic
This webpage provides guidance on supporting the emotional and behavioral health of children, adolescents, and families during the COVID-19 pandemic. It describes how the pandemic …
Caring for Patients in Inpatient and Outpatient Settings During Episodes of Surge
This webpage provides clinical guidance for healthcare providers caring for patients during surges of COVID-19. It covers both inpatient and outpatient settings, emphasizing strategies like …
CALM for Pediatric Providers: Counseling on Access to Lethal Means to Prevent Youth Suicide
This course discusses CALM (Counseling on Access to Lethal Means) as a strategy for pediatric providers to prevent youth suicide. It emphasizes the importance of …
AAP Statement on Preventing Gun Violence in the Lives of Children and Teens
This is a statement from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) on preventing gun violence in the lives of children and teens. It emphasizes the …
Reflections on COVID-19: Living and Learning in a Pandemic
This page reflects on living and learning during the COVID-19 pandemic, highlighting the challenges faced by children, families, and educators. It discusses the impact of …
AAP Tips on Talking to a Child after a Disaster
Dr. David Hill, spokesperson for the American Academy of Pediatrics, offers some simple tips on how to talk to children after a disaster in this …