Leadership and Hospital Preparedness: Disaster Management and Emergency Services in Pediatrics

• 2009

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• Mark Gamble; Rodney Hanners; Connie Lackey; Christy Beaudin
PMID: 19667858DOI: https://doi.org/10.1097/ta.0b013e3181af069f

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This article highlights the crucial role of leadership in hospital preparedness for pediatric patients during disasters. Based on a descriptive analysis of current practices, it emphasizes the importance of considering the specific needs of children in emergency planning. The results underscore the criticality of leadership in preparedness efforts, advocating for a comprehensive approach that integrates regional, systemic, and hospital strategies. By prioritizing pediatric considerations in preparedness, hospitals, and healthcare providers can enhance their responsiveness and effectiveness in managing disaster events.

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Focus Area: Everyday Emergency

Audiences: Emergency Managers; EMS Clinicians

Emergency Management Stage: Preparedness (Prevention / Protection)

Bundles: Disaster Research Literature Review

Keywords: Child Health Services; Disaster Planning; Emergency Medical Services; Health Resources; Hospitals, Pediatric; Leadership; Pediatrics

Institutions: Hospital Association of Southern California

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