PDTree: A tool for Prehospital Pediatric Destination Choice

• 2020

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This document seeks to improve everyday pediatric trauma knowledge to aid in emergency preparedness and response capabilities of health care providers. The Pediatric Decision Tree (PDTree) is an evidence-based guideline to suggest the type of pediatric hospital which can meet a child’s definitive needs. The PDTree defines four levels of pediatric care: designated trauma/burn centers, comprehensive pediatric facility (with pediatric ICU and surgical services), regional pediatric facility (with pediatric inpatient care or 24/7 pediatric specialists in the ED) and local pediatric ready facility.

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Hazard: Everyday Emergency

Audiences: Emergency Managers; EMS Clinicians

Emergency Management Stages: Response; Preparedness (Prevention / Protection)

Keywords: Decision Making; Vital Signs; Emergency Service, Hospital; Clinical Decision-Making

Institutions: EMSC Innovation and Improvement Center (EIIC)

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