Frequency of Pediatric Emergencies in Ambulatory Practices

• 2018

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• Matthew Yuknis; Elizabeth Weinstein; Hannah Maxey; Lori Price; Sierra Vaughn; Tom Arkins
PMID: 30030368DOI: https://doi.org/10.1542/peds.2017-3082

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This article and video abstract discuss a study that looks at how often and why children have emergencies in outpatient medical settings. By checking emergency medical services data, the study aims to provide an objective view of these situations in a city area. It helps understand what kinds of emergencies happen most often and their causes, which can improve care for kids outside hospitals.

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Focus Area: Everyday Emergency

Audiences: EMS Clinicians; Physicians

Emergency Management Stage: Preparedness (Prevention / Protection)

Keywords: Ambulatory Care Facilities; Emergency Medical Services; Pediatrics; Urban Population; Pediatric Emergency Medicine; Emergencies

Institutions: Indiana University

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