EMSC Innovation and Improvement Center (EIIC)
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Pediatric life support, resuscitation guideline updates developed by AAP, AHA
This AAP News article describes new updates to pediatric life support and resuscitation guidelines made by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) and the American …
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Pediatric Preparedness Resource Kit - Inspired by the H1N1 Pandemic: Strengthening Pediatric and Public Health Partnerships
This document promotes the collaboration of pediatric and public health leaders in preparedness planning and decision-making. The goal is to ensure children's needs are addressed …
Disaster Preparedness in Neonatal Intensive Care Units
This article focuses on disaster preparedness in neonatal intensive care units (NICUs). It describes how disasters, like hurricanes and pandemics, can threaten vulnerable newborns who …
Measles - Red Book Online
This book chapter is on measles, a highly contagious viral disease. It describes symptoms like fever, cough, and rash. Complications can include pneumonia and encephalitis. …
Joint Policy Statement - Guidelines for Care of Children in the Emergency Department
This joint policy statement outlines recommendations for the care of children in foster care, addressing health, developmental, and psychosocial needs. It emphasizes the importance of …
Transporting Children With Special Health Care Needs
This policy statement provides guidance on safely transporting children with special health care needs. It describes the importance of using proper car seats and restraints …
Providing Psychosocial Support to Children and Families in the Aftermath of Disasters and Crises
This report offers guidance for helping children cope after disasters. It describes how disasters can affect children's mental health, causing stress, anxiety, or depression. Pediatricians …
Handoffs: Transitions of Care for Children in the Emergency Department
2016
· American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP),
· American College of Emergency Physicians,
· Emergency Nurses Association (ENA)
This article/policy statement, affirmed in 2020, explains how to safely transfer care of children in the emergency department using clear communication and teamwork. It lists …
Access to Critical Health Information for Children During Emergencies: Emergency Information Forms and Beyond
This policy statement addresses the access to important health information for children during emergencies. The article highlights the use of Emergency Information Forms (EIFs) and …
Radiation Disasters and Children
This article highlights the importance of pediatricians being prepared for radiation disasters, emphasizing the specific medical needs of children. It discusses various scenarios like nuclear …