Evaluation and Gap Analysis of Pediatric Disaster Preparedness Resources

• 2019

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• Tessa Koeffler; Natalie Demeter; Lynn Kysh; Jeffrey Reeb; Alix Stayton; Robert Spears
PMID: 29510775DOI: https://doi.org/10.1017/dmp.2018.23

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This research aimed to assess pediatric disaster preparedness resources in the United States (US), categorizing them into hospital, school, and training resources. Evaluations based on content, format, and quality showed that half of the top 50 resources were of high quality (grade A), while others were rated B or C. Most resources lacked cultural sensitivity and information for children with disabilities. There is a need for more development in these areas to improve pediatric disaster preparedness.

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Hazards: Everyday Emergency; Natural Disasters; Severe Weather

Audiences: Emergency Managers; Physicians; Public Health Professionals

Emergency Management Stage: Preparedness (Prevention / Protection)

Collection: Disaster Research Literature Review

Keywords: Disaster Planning; Health Resources; Pediatrics; United States

Institutions: University of Southern California; Children's Hospital Los Angeles; County of Los Angeles

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