Pediatric & Neonatal Disaster/Surge Guide

• 2022

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This guide describes how hospitals and healthcare workers can prepare for and care for babies and children during disasters when there are many patients at once. It gives step-by-step plans, tips on using supplies wisely, ways to keep kids safe, and advice on working with families. The guide also explains how to work with other hospitals and emergency teams to make sure all children get the help they need in emergencies.

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Focus Areas: Everyday Emergency; Infectious Disease; Natural Disasters; Trauma

Audiences: Emergency Managers; Nurses; Physicians

Emergency Management Stage: Preparedness (Prevention / Protection)

Keywords: Child Health Services; Decontamination; Disaster Planning; Emergency Medical Services; Equipment and Supplies, Hospital; Infant, Newborn; Mental Health; Neonatology; Pediatrics; Triage; Neonatal Nursing; Nurses, Neonatal; Mass Casualty Incidents; Disaster Medicine; Surge Capacity; Psychological First Aid

Institutions: Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital; Illinois EMS for Children (EMSC)

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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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