Saving Children’s Lives by Improving Pediatric Readiness for Emergency Care

• 2023

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• Ashley Foster; Jennifer Hoffmann
PMID: 36637827DOI: https://doi.org/10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2022.50951

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This journal article describes how improving emergency departments’ readiness to care for children can save lives. Many hospitals are not fully prepared to treat kids in emergencies, which can lead to worse outcomes. The article explains that having the right equipment, trained staff, and clear guidelines helps children get better care during emergencies. It also highlights the need for all hospitals to meet certain standards so every child gets safe and effective treatment no matter where they go for help.

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Focus Area: Everyday Emergency

Audiences: Nurses; Physicians

Emergency Management Stage: Preparedness (Prevention / Protection)

Bundles: Pediatric Readiness Studies

Keywords: Child; Emergency Medical Services; Health Services Accessibility; Hospitals, Pediatric; Pediatrics; Emergency Service, Hospital; Patient Safety; Quality Improvement

Institutions: University of California San Francisco; Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital; Northwestern University

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