10 Things You Need to Know About Pediatric Trauma

• 2022

  Log in to bookmark this resource.

  Log in
• Jonathan Lee

---

Access Resources

• Job AidEN
• Ask aRCie About This Resource

About

This article provides important information about treating injuries in children in the prehospital setting. It describes how children's bodies are different from adults, and things to look for when treating children. The article highlights the importance of quick and proper care to improve outcomes for young patients. It also covers common types of trauma, such as falls and car accidents, and emphasizes the need for specialized training for healthcare providers.

---

Tags

Focus Area: Trauma

Audience: EMS Clinicians

Emergency Management Stage: Response

Keywords: Child Health; Emergency Medical Services; Wounds and Injuries

Institutions: EMS1

---

More like this

How to Decide When to Call an Air Ambulance 2013 · EMS1 Training Day: 10 EMS Pediatric Tabletop Exercises 2024 · EMS1 Pediatric Trauma Resuscitation Checklist Tool Kit None · EMSC Innovation and Improvement Center (EIIC), Children's National Hospital

---

The information provided on this website is for educational purposes only. It does not substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

---