Pediatric Crisis Standards of Care Template

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This template provides guidelines for hospitals during emergencies like COVID-19. It describes how to manage limited resources such as space, staff, and equipment to help the most patients. The template includes ethical and legal considerations, practical steps for care delivery, and scoring systems like PELOD-2 for decision-making. It also suggests using alternative care sites and telemedicine when needed. The document highlights coordination among healthcare facilities at local or state levels to ensure fair access to medical services while considering specific needs of pediatric patients during a crisis.

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Focus Areas: Everyday Emergency; Infectious Disease

Audience: Physicians

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

Keywords: Emergency Medical Services; Ethics, Medical; Health Care Rationing; Health Resources; Pediatrics; Resource Allocation; Standard of Care; COVID-19

Institutions: Western Regional Alliance for Pediatric Emergency Management (WRAP-EM)

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The information provided on this website is for educational purposes only. It does not substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

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