Western Regional Alliance for Pediatric Emergency Management (WRAP-EM)
The Western Regional Alliance for Pediatric Emergency Management (WRAP-EM) advances pediatric disaster preparedness by developing planning tools, clinical guidance, and training resources. WRAP-EM resources support healthcare systems, emergency responders, and community partners in strengthening pediatric readiness across all hazards. The index provides access to WRAP-EM resources to help enhance regional coordination, response, and surge capability across our 6 states.
Essential Elements of Information for the Secondary Transport of Pediatric Patients
This is a guide that may be useful for structing reports for transporting pediatric patients and a tab with information for facility related data.
WRAP-EM Pediatric Resource Guide RSV/ Seasonal Respiratory Illness
This guide contains a curated collection of resources for Just-in-Time (JIT) clinical care, strengthening planning and exercises, and promoting staff resilience. The Guide offers links …
Universal Level Designations for Hospitalized Pediatric Patients in Evacuation
2022
· American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP),
· Stanford University,
· University of Washington,
· Western Regional Alliance for Pediatric Emergency Management (WRAP-EM),
· Oregon Health & Science University,
· University of California San Francisco
This article describes a proposal for a 4-tier system to classify pediatric hospital beds during disasters. It highlights the need for clear definitions to manage …
Pediatric Planning & Response Considerations
This document provides ideas and best practices for handling pediatric emergencies using telehealth. It describes how hospitals and clinics should work with healthcare groups to …
Behavioral Health Facility Evacuation During Extreme Heat: Lessons from AzCHER and AMR Phoenix
This webinar describes how a behavioral health facility in Phoenix had to evacuate during extreme heat. The story shares lessons learned by AzCHER and AMR, …
WRAP-EM Everyday Readiness for Hospital Disaster Preparedness A Guide for Equitable & Inclusive Collaboration with the Local Community
This guide describes how hospitals can get ready for disasters by working closely with their local communities. The guide gives steps to make sure everyone, …
Keeping Kids Safe: What If I Get a Pediatric Patient Exposed to Tear Gas?
This webpage for health care professionals provides guidance on treating children who have been exposed to tear gas or pepper spray. It addresses symptoms, treatment …
Keeping Kids Safe: Extreme Heat, Pavement Burns, and Chemical Burns
This webpage describes how to keep kids safe from burns caused by extreme heat, hot pavement, and chemicals. It explains that children can get serious …
Keeping Kids Safe: During Protests and Civil Disturbances
This webpage describes ways to keep children safe during protests and civil disturbances, especially if there is a risk of exposure to chemical agents like …
WRAP-EM Hospital Evacuation Guide for Pediatric Patients
This guide outlines evidence-based strategies for hospital evacuations, emphasizing that full evacuations are rarely necessary. Hospitals must plan for both partial evacuations (within the facility) …