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UH (University Hospitals) EMS Institute Protocols
This webpage describes the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) protocols used by University Hospitals. These protocols give important guidelines for how emergency medical teams should care …
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Prehospital Paradigm Podcast
This playlist features a podcast that shares information and stories about emergency medical care before patients reach the hospital. The podcast covers topics important to …
Is Your Community and Region Pediatric Disaster Ready?
The video describes how communities can prepare for disasters with a focus on children, who are more vulnerable in emergencies. Two tools are introduced: the …
A Pediatric-Focused Self-Assessment Tool on Vulnerabilities to Aid Regional Disaster Planning
This article discusses the development of a self-assessment tool by the Region V for Kids Center of Excellence to enhance pediatric disaster preparedness. Identifying gaps …
A Scoping Review of Trauma-Informed Pediatric Interventions in Response to Natural and Biologic Disasters
2023
· UH Rainbow Babies & Children's Hospital,
· Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine
This article reviews trauma-informed interventions for children after natural and biological disasters, like COVID-19. It describes 45 studies on therapies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy …
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: …
Pediatric Issues in Disaster Management, Part 3: Special Healthcare Needs Patients and Mental Health Issues
The article focuses on the challenges faced by children during disasters, especially those with special healthcare needs and mental health issues. It describes how disaster …
Pediatric Issues in Disaster Management, Part 2: Evacuation Centers and Family Separation/Reunification
This article highlights pediatric patients' often overlooked needs in disaster planning and management. It discusses key components such as emergency medical services, hospital/facility issues, evacuation …
Pediatric Issues in Disaster Management, Part 1: The Emergency Medical System and Surge Capacity
2010
· Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine,
· University of Toledo,
· The Ohio State University
The article focuses on the challenges faced by children during disasters and how emergency systems can better support them. It describes key areas like medical …
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 …