Pediatric and Obstetric Emergency Preparedness Toolkit: A Guide for Pediatric and Obstetric Emergency Planning

• 2017

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The toolkit provides guidance for hospitals to create emergency disaster plans, particularly for those not typically caring for pediatric, newborn, or obstetric patients. It outlines roles and actions for personnel, volunteers, families, and the community during emergencies. The toolkit includes strategies for triaging and caring for pediatric patients, securing extra staff, and obtaining specialized equipment. It emphasizes the importance of family support centers and offers guidelines on pharmaceuticals, diet, decontamination, and infection control. Laminated cards with guidelines are included for easy reference, aiming to streamline disaster plan development and address local hospital needs.

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Hazard: Everyday Emergency

Audiences: Emergency Managers; EMS Clinicians; Nurses; Physicians

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

Keywords: Disaster Planning; Emergency Medical Services; Hospital Planning; Obstetrics; Pediatrics; Triage; Pediatric Emergency Medicine

Institutions: New York State Department of Health

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