Pediatric Surge Pocket Guide
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This guide helps manage a sudden increase in pediatric patients during emergencies. It describes normal values, triage and assessment, treatment and medications, equipment needs, decontamination processes, mental health support, and creating safe areas for children. The guide was created by various Los Angeles health agencies with CDC support. It includes detailed instructions on handling medical situations like dehydration or shock in children and provides guidelines for medication dosages based on weight. Additionally, it offers psychological first aid steps to help comfort children during stressful events.
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