Pediatric Readiness: What Families Should Know

• 2024

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This one-page checklist provides recommendations for families on how to prepare for emergency room visits with their child. The focus is on planning ahead and includes a list of supplies to bring along. It encourages families to advocate for better pediatric readiness in their communities by joining advisory councils or networks related to children's health care services.

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Focus Area: Everyday Emergency

Audience: Families & Children

Emergency Management Stage: Preparedness (Prevention / Protection)

Keywords: Child Health Services; Emergency Medical Services; Health Planning Guidelines; Parents; Patient Care Team; Pediatrics; Emergency Service, Hospital; Emergencies

Institutions: EMSC Innovation and Improvement Center (EIIC)

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