Pediatric Disaster Checklist for Every Hospital
- Arthur Cooper; Elizabeth Edgerton; George Foltin; Michael Frogel; James Hodge Jr.; Lorrianna Jean-Jacques; Steven Krug; Marie Lozon; Sharon Mace; Sandra Nasca; David Schonfeld
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This pediatric disaster checklist serves as a vital tool to ensure preparedness for various types of disasters, including natural disasters like hurricanes, earthquakes, and floods, as well as man-made emergencies. This disaster checklist will help hospital administrators and leadership incorporate essential pediatric considerations into existing hospital disaster policies.
The checklist covers a wide range of essential preparedness measures, including creating a communication plan, assembling emergency supply kits, knowing evacuation routes, and understanding emergency alerts and warnings. It also emphasizes the importance of considering specific needs for children, seniors, pets, and individuals with disabilities during emergency situations.
By following this detailed checklist, users can proactively assess their readiness for disasters and take necessary steps to enhance their resilience and ability to respond effectively in times of crisis. This resource is a valuable guide for promoting safety, preparedness, and peace of mind in the face of unexpected emergencies.
The additional link included with this record is from the AAP DisasterCast which shares background information and describes the uses for the checklist.
The checklist covers a wide range of essential preparedness measures, including creating a communication plan, assembling emergency supply kits, knowing evacuation routes, and understanding emergency alerts and warnings. It also emphasizes the importance of considering specific needs for children, seniors, pets, and individuals with disabilities during emergency situations.
By following this detailed checklist, users can proactively assess their readiness for disasters and take necessary steps to enhance their resilience and ability to respond effectively in times of crisis. This resource is a valuable guide for promoting safety, preparedness, and peace of mind in the face of unexpected emergencies.
The additional link included with this record is from the AAP DisasterCast which shares background information and describes the uses for the checklist.
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