Using Mixed Methods to Assess Pediatric Disaster Preparedness in the Hospital Setting

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• Rita Burke; Tae Kim; Shelby Bachman; Ellen Iverson; Bridget Berg
PMID: 25330998DOI: https://doi.org/10.1017/s1049023x14001137

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This study evaluated the disaster response of three hospitals in Los Angeles, focusing on pediatric victims. A simulated earthquake exercise was conducted, revealing that while the exercise improved participants' preparedness, there were opportunities for enhancing communication, equipment availability, physician participation, safety, security, and staff understanding of roles. Recommendations include increased training on pediatric disaster triage, safety and security procedures, and regular assessment of supplies and communication for better response to pediatric victims in disasters.

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Focus Areas: Natural Disasters; Trauma

Audiences: Emergency Managers; Physicians; Public Health Professionals

Emergency Management Stage: Preparedness (Prevention / Protection)

Collection: Disaster Research Literature Review

Keywords: Attitude of Health Personnel; Disaster Planning; Earthquakes; Emergency Medical Services; Hospital Planning; Hospitals; Inservice Training; Los Angeles; Pediatrics; Triage; Mass Casualty Incidents

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

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