How ready are we? A statewide assessment of pediatric readiness policies

• 2020

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• Ashley Foster; Michael Monuteaux; Joyce Li
PMID: 32059933DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ajem.2020.01.048

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This journal article describes a study that looks at how well hospitals in one state are prepared to care for children in emergencies. The researchers checked hospital policies and found that many places still need to improve their plans, training, and equipment for treating kids. The study suggests that better rules and more training could help hospitals be more ready to take care of children during emergencies or disasters.

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Focus Area: Everyday Emergency

Audience: Emergency Managers

Emergency Management Stage: Preparedness (Prevention / Protection)

Bundles: Pediatric Readiness Studies

Keywords: Child Health Services; Disaster Planning; Emergency Medical Services; Health Policy; Hospitals; Pediatrics; State Government

Institutions: Boston Children's Hospital

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