Use of Strategic National Stockpile [SNS] Ventilators in the Pediatric Patient Instructional Guidelines with Training Scenarios

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This document provides guidelines for using ventilators from the Strategic National Stockpile (SNS) for pediatric patients. It describes how to operate these ventilators safely and effectively in emergencies. The guidelines include training scenarios to help healthcare providers practice and prepare for real-life situations. These instructions aim to ensure that children receive proper care during disasters when resources are limited. The document is a valuable resource for medical staff, helping them understand the specific needs of young patients when using SNS ventilators in critical times.

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Focus Area: Everyday Emergency

Audiences: Emergency Managers; EMS Clinicians; Nurses; Physicians

Emergency Management Stage: Preparedness (Prevention / Protection)

Keywords: Critical Care; Disaster Planning; Equipment and Supplies; Pediatrics; Respiratory Insufficiency; Ventilators, Mechanical

Institutions: Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago; Illinois EMS for Children (EMSC); Illinois Department of Public Health

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