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.
10 Tips for Teaching the Psychological First Aid Model for K-12 Education Agencies
2020
· Western Regional Alliance for Pediatric Emergency Management (WRAP-EM),
· Readiness and Emergency Management for Schools Technical Assistance Center (REMSTA)
This 2-page sheet provides 10 tips for teaching the psychological first aid (PFA) model in schools. It describes how PFA helps students, staff, and families …
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ICS Pediatric Surge Subject Matter Expert -Technical Specialist (Job Action Sheet)
The Pediatric Surge SME makes data-and stakeholder-informed decisions to balance patient load and ensure high-quality care. decisions may direct the movement of pediatric patients (and …
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 …
Just in Time Video Series: Pediatric Septic Shock
This video discusses how to recognize and treat septic shock in children quickly. It provides important steps for doctors and nurses to follow, such as …
Nutrition in Pediatric Disaster Readiness
The video describes how to prepare for the nutrition needs of children during disasters. It explains the importance of having enough food and water for …
Utah Preparedness Fair Materials
The website describes materials and resources available for the Utah Preparedness Fair. The links provide information and tools to help people in Utah get ready …
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 …
Review of Pediatric Emergency Care and the COVID-19 Pandemic
2023
· University of California San Francisco,
· Children's Hospital of Philadelphia,
· Texas Children's Hospital,
· Children's National Hospital,
· University of California, Los Angeles
This review looks at how the COVID-19 pandemic affected pediatric emergency care. It describes changes in hospital visits, with fewer children going to the emergency …
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 …