Children in Disasters Hospital Guidelines for Pediatric Preparedness

• 2008

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• George Foltin; Bonnie Arquilla; Katherine Uraneck; Silka Aird; Mary Caram; Esther Chackes

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The text is a guide for hospitals to prepare for disasters involving children. It describes how to care for kids during emergencies, including setting up safe areas and tracking systems. The guide suggests training staff in pediatric care and planning how to manage medical supplies, equipment, and transportation needs. It also covers infection control, dietary considerations, psychological support, triage procedures, and family information centers. The goal is to ensure that hospitals can effectively treat children during disasters by having plans in place before an emergency happens.

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Hazard: Everyday Emergency

Audiences: Emergency Managers; EMS Clinicians; Nurses; Physicians; Public Health Professionals

Emergency Management Stage: Preparedness (Prevention / Protection)

Keywords: Child, Hospitalized; Disaster Planning; Pharmaceutical Preparations; Emergency Medical Services; Hospitals; Triage; Infection Control

Institutions: New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene

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