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Pediatric EMS Considerations

The video is a lecture on pediatric EMS considerations given by Dr. Andre Farkas, an EMS doc at the University of Colorado. He covers vital signs differences in kids, anatomy variations like airway challenges and head injuries, pediatric trauma, hemorrhagic shock, spinal injuries, and more. He presents cases involving various pediatric emergencies, emphasizing the need for proper assessment, management, and transport decisions. Dr. Farkas stresses the importance of understanding pediatric physiology and utilizing appropriate resources for optimal patient care.
Hazard: Everyday Emergency
Audiences: Emergency Managers; EMS Clinicians; Nurses; Physicians
Keywords: Pediatrics; Pediatricians; Pediatric Emergency Medicine
Emergency Management Stage: Preparedness (Prevention / Protection)

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