Extending the Reach of Pediatric Emergency Preparedness: A Virtual Tabletop Exercise Targeting Children’s Needs

• 2019

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• Marvin So; Eric Dziuban; Jessica Franks; Karen Cobham-Owens; David Schonfeld; Aaron Gardner; Steven Krug; Georgina Peacock; Sarita Chung
PMID: 31095469DOI: https://doi.org/10.1177/0033354919849880

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This study evaluated the effectiveness of a Virtual Tabletop Exercise (VTTX) in improving emergency preparedness for children among pediatricians and public health practitioners. The VTTX, conducted via video conferencing with 26 participants from 4 states, resulted in increased knowledge, confidence, and collaboration in pediatric emergency preparedness. Participants also reported progress in identifying strengths and weaknesses, with ongoing efforts to enhance preparedness partnerships.

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Hazard: Infectious Disease

Audiences: EMS Clinicians; Nurses; Physicians; Public Health Professionals

Emergency Management Stage: Preparedness (Prevention / Protection)

Collection: Disaster Research Literature Review

Keywords: Disaster Planning; Health Personnel; Public Health; United States; Virtual Reality

Institutions: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC); University of Minnesota; University of Southern California

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