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Ethical Issues in Pediatric Emergency Mass Critical Care
2011
· University of Utah,
· Society of Critical Care Medicine,
· World Federation of Pediatric Intensive and Critical Care Societies
This article discusses the importance of mass critical care planning, particularly in relation to children's unique vulnerabilities and needs during disasters. The Task Force for …
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Evidence-Based Pediatric Outcome Predictors to Guide the Allocation of Critical Care Resources in a Mass Casualty Event
2015
· UH Rainbow Babies & Children's Hospital,
· Children's Wisconsin,
· Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine,
· Columbia University,
· Children's Hospital Los Angeles,
· Virtual PICU Systems LLC
This article proposes a plan to help doctors decide which children should get critical care during big emergencies. It suggests dividing kids into two groups: …
WiFi RFID Demonstration for Resource Tracking in a Statewide Disaster Drill
2011
· University of Utah
This article investigates the use of Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) technology for tracking patients and medical equipment in disaster response scenarios. The study deployed RFID …
Overview of Children and Disasters
2018
· UH Rainbow Babies & Children's Hospital,
· Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine,
· University of Maryland
This review discusses demographics, risks, programs, and training related to children who experience disasters, facing risks like medical and psychological issues. It highlights the importance …
Low Compliance of Urgent Care Centers in the United States With Recommendations for Office-Based Disaster Preparedness
2016
· Intermountain Primary Children's Hospital,
· Penn State Hershey Medical Center,
· Penn State Health Children's Hospital
The article assesses the level of disaster preparedness in urgent care centers across the United States. A questionnaire was distributed to center administrators to gather …
National Survey of Institutional Pediatric Disaster Preparedness
This study surveyed hospitals across the United States (US) to assess their disaster preparedness for pediatric patients. Findings showed that most hospitals included pediatric patients …
Disaster Preparedness, Pediatric Considerations in Primary Blast Injury, Chemical, and Biological Terrorism
2014
· University of Utah
This article reviews the presentation, pathophysiology, and treatment of victims of primary blast injury (PBI), chemical weapons, and biological weapons. It covers aspects of pediatric …
The Role of Clinic Preparedness to Support Patients and Strengthen the Medical System During and After a Pandemic
Pediatric clinic readiness is crucial for enhancing pediatric care during pandemics, alleviating strain on hospitals, and improving health outcomes for children. This readiness encompasses thorough …
Pediatric Pandemics and Disasters - A Summary
Children, comprising 25% of the US population, are highly susceptible to disaster impacts. Federal programs and advisory boards have significantly improved disaster response for children …