Personal Protective Equipment and Decontamination of Adults and Children
- Michael Holland; David Cawthon
PMID: 25455662DOI: 10.1016/j.emc.2014.09.006
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This article focuses on the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and decontamination for adults and children in emergencies involving hazardous materials. It describes the importance of identifying dangerous substances, keeping contaminated individuals out of emergency departments, and setting up decontamination areas outside ambulance entrances. The main priorities are protecting healthcare workers with Level C PPE, properly cleaning exposed patients from head to toe, and managing hazardous waste water. Planning is crucial for hospitals and communities to effectively respond to such incidents.
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