DisasterCast: Pediatric Emergency Department Surge

• 2023

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This 8-minute video interviews Dr. Jennifer McCain and discusses how pediatric emergency departments can handle a sudden increase in patients. It describes ways to manage these surges, especially during pandemics or disasters. The content includes strategies for healthcare workers to efficiently care for more children when needed.

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Focus Area: Everyday Emergency

Audiences: Emergency Managers; Physicians

Emergency Management Stages: Response; Preparedness (Prevention / Protection)

Bundles: DisasterCast

Keywords: Disaster Planning; Emergency Service, Hospital; Pediatric Emergency Medicine; Surge Capacity

Institutions: American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP)

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