Prehospital Pediatric Care Readiness Project

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The Prehospital Pediatric Care Readiness Project aims to improve emergency care for children before they reach the hospital. The website describes a toolkit with resources like checklists, assessments, and educational materials to help emergency services be better prepared for pediatric cases. The project focuses on areas such as equipment readiness, safe transport of children, medication safety, and interaction with systems of care. It also highlights the importance of understanding special needs in emergencies and offers guidelines for handling situations involving autism spectrum disorder or other medical complexities in children.



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Focus Area: Everyday Emergency

Audiences: EMS Clinicians; Nurses; Physicians

Emergency Management Stage: Preparedness (Prevention / Protection)

Keywords: Child Health Services; Disaster Planning; Emergency Medical Services; Emergency Medical Technicians; Pediatrics; Quality Improvement

Institutions: EMSC Innovation and Improvement Center (EIIC)

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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.

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