Universal Level Designations for Hospitalized Pediatric Patients in Evacuation

• 2022

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• Anna Lin; Mary King; David McCarthy; Carl Eriksson; Christopher Newton; Ronald Cohen
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1542/hpeds.2021-006356

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This article describes a proposal for a 4-tier system to classify pediatric hospital beds during disasters. It highlights the need for clear definitions to manage patient movement and resources effectively. The proposed system aligns with existing neonatal care levels and aims to simplify communication between hospitals, emergency services, and disaster management agencies. By standardizing how pediatric care is categorized, it hopes to improve coordination in emergencies like evacuations or surges in patient numbers. The goal is better resource allocation and improved outcomes for children needing hospital care during major events.

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Focus Area: Everyday Emergency

Audiences: EMS Clinicians; Nurses; Physicians

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

Keywords: Critical Care; Disaster Planning; Hospital Bed Capacity; Hospitals; Intensive Care Units, Pediatric; Patient Transfer; Pediatrics; Triage; Emergencies

Institutions: American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP); Stanford University; University of Washington; Western Regional Alliance for Pediatric Emergency Management (WRAP-EM); Oregon Health & Science University; University of California San Francisco

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