Safe Transportation of Children in Ground Ambulances Statewide BLS Guideline

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This flowchart explains how to safely transport children in ambulances. It describes using proper child restraint systems based on the child's age and weight. Children should never be unrestrained, held in arms, or seated sideways. For injured or ill children needing special care, it suggests securing them properly on a cot or spine board. In cases with multiple children, each should be transported individually if possible. The guideline advises against using car seats involved in crashes unless no other options are available and they show no damage.

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Focus Area: Everyday Emergency

Audience: EMS Clinicians

Emergency Management Stages: Response; Preparedness (Prevention / Protection)

Keywords: Ambulances; Emergency Medical Services; Pennsylvania; Transportation of Patients; Safety Management; Pediatric Emergency Medicine; Child Restraint Systems

Institutions: Pennsylvania Department of Health

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