Pediatric Planning & Response Considerations

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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 make emergency plans, focusing on telehealth. Key steps include identifying hospitals with strong telehealth programs, checking technology needs, and understanding legal rules. It also highlights the importance of testing connections between sites and involving community facilities like schools in planning. For responses, it suggests knowing legal restrictions and ensuring system security. The article provides links for more information on these topics.

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Focus Area: Everyday Emergency

Audiences: Emergency Managers; Physicians

Emergency Management Stage: Preparedness (Prevention / Protection)

Keywords: Disaster Planning; Emergency Medical Services; Health Planning Guidelines; Hospitals, Pediatric; Pediatrics; Telemedicine; Health Information Management

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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