Home Use Devices: How to Prepare for and Handle Power Outages for Medical Devices that Require Electricity

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The document is a guide titled "Preparing for Power Outages for Medical Devices" by Children's Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA) and the FDA. It offers advice on preparing for power outages when using medical devices for children, focusing on safety measures and contingency plans. It outlines steps such as identifying alternative power sources, maintaining communication with healthcare providers, creating emergency plans, and ensuring access to necessary supplies. The guide emphasizes the importance of being proactive, informed, and prepared to ensure the well-being of children who rely on medical devices during power disruptions.

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Hazards: Everyday Emergency; Infrastructure Failure; Natural Disasters

Audiences: Emergency Managers; EMS Clinicians; Nurses; Physicians

Emergency Management Stage: Preparedness (Prevention / Protection)

Keyword: Disaster Planning

Institution: U.S. Food and Drug Administration; Children's Hospital Los Angeles

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