Pediatric Readiness Studies
This curated collection brings together key studies and evidence that highlight the impact of pediatric readiness efforts, inform quality improvement initiatives, and support data-driven decision making. It is designed for clinicians, leaders, researchers, and policy partners working to strengthen systems of care for children.
This collection includes articles published by the National Pediatrics Readiness project.
The Emergency Nurse's Role in Supporting Pediatric Readiness
This journal article describes how emergency nurses must be ready to care for children in the emergency department, even if they do not see many …
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Pediatric Readiness in Critical Access Hospital Emergency Departments
This journal article describes how well small, rural hospitals called Critical Access Hospitals are prepared to care for children in their emergency departments. It explains …
Pediatric Emergency Department Readiness Among US Trauma Hospitals
2019
· University of Texas at Austin,
· Austin/Travis County EMS System,
· Hays County EMS System,
· University of Pittsburgh Medical Center,
· EMSC Data Center,
· Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA)
This journal article describes how well hospitals in the United States that treat serious injuries are prepared to care for children in emergencies. The study …
Consensus Statement on Urgent Care Centers and Retail Clinics in Acute Care of Children
2019
· Mount Sinai Health System
This journal article describes how urgent care centers and retail clinics are being used more often for children who need quick medical help. It explains …
The Time Is Now: Uncovering the Value of Pediatric Readiness in Emergency Departments
This journal article describes how important it is for emergency departments to be ready to care for children. Being prepared can save lives and improve …
Evaluation of Emergency Department Pediatric Readiness and Outcomes Among US Trauma Centers
2019
· Oregon Health & Science University,
· University of Utah,
· Harbor-UCLA Medical Center,
· University of California, Davis
This study looks at how well emergency departments are prepared to treat children in trauma centers across the United States. It describes how being ready …