Pediatric Disaster Preparedness

• 2018

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• Marie Lozon; Stuart Bradin
PMID: 30446057DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.pcl.2018.07.015

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This article outlines pediatric disaster preparation in the United States (US), emergency department providers' role, disaster triage methods, and management of mass illnesses, including bioweapons and chemical agents. It emphasizes the need for preparedness, efficient triage, and proper management strategies for pediatric patients during disasters.

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Hazards: CBRNE; Natural Disasters; Severe Weather; Trauma; Violence

Audiences: Emergency Managers; EMS Clinicians; Physicians; Public Health Professionals

Emergency Management Stage: Preparedness (Prevention / Protection)

Collection: Disaster Research Literature Review

Keywords: Disaster Planning; Disasters; Emergency Medical Services; Pediatrics; Triage; United States; Emergency Service, Hospital; Bioterrorism; Chemical Terrorism; Mass Casualty Incidents

Institutions: University of Michigan

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