A National Assessment of Pediatric Readiness of Emergency Departments

• 2015

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• Marianne Gausche-Hill; Michael Ely; Patricia Schmuhl; Russell Telford; Katherine Remick; Elizabeth Edgerton
PMID: 25867088DOI: https://doi.org/10.1001/jamapediatrics.2015.138

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This journal article describes a study that looked at how well emergency departments in the United States are prepared to care for children. The study found that many hospitals need to improve their readiness, such as having the right equipment and trained staff for pediatric patients. It also highlights differences between hospitals and suggests ways they can get better at treating children in emergencies, so all kids can get safe and proper care when they need it most.

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Focus Area: Everyday Emergency

Audience: Physicians

Emergency Management Stage: Preparedness (Prevention / Protection)

Bundles: Pediatric Readiness Studies

Keywords: Health Resources; Hospitals, Pediatric; Quality of Health Care; United States; Emergency Service, Hospital; Surveys and Questionnaires

Institutions: Harbor-UCLA Medical Center; University of Utah; Dell Children's Medical Center; Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA)

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