Responding to Children’s Emotional Needs During Times of Crisis
This website offers professional resources for disaster preparedness, focusing on responding to children's emotional needs during times of crisis. It provides valuable insights and guidance …
Pediatric Transport Products for Ground Ambulances
The document provides helpful information for EMS services on the products currently available for transporting children in ground ambulances in the US.
Preparing for Disaster for People with Disabilities and other Special Needs
2004
· American Red Cross
This booklet covers four steps for preparing for a disaster for people with disabilities and other special needs. Step 1: Get informed. Step 2: Make …
Pediatric Measles Outbreak in Ohio
This report describes a measles outbreak in Ohio and how healthcare professionals can minimize measles exposure in the healthcare setting.
Pediatric Disaster Preparedness and Response Topical Collection Chapter 9: Chemical Events
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) highlighted the risks and challenges of chemical terrorism in their report, emphasizing the need for preparedness in medical health …
Pediatric Disaster Preparedness and Response Topical Collection Chapter 8: Biological Events
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) released recommendations on dealing with biological terrorism in February 2020, emphasizing the historical use of bioterrorism agents like Salmonella, …
Pediatric Disaster Preparedness and Response Topical Collection Chapter 7: Nuclear and Radiological Events
Radiation exposure is a constant in daily life, but nuclear or radiological incidents can pose significant danger to people and the environment. Misconceptions about the …
Pediatric Disaster Preparedness and Response Topical Collection Chapter 6: Pediatric Preparedness Exercises
This chapter discusses the importance of conducting exercises to test organizations' readiness to respond to disasters, specifically focusing on the pediatric population. Exercises help evaluate …
Pediatric Disaster Preparedness and Response Topical Collection Chapter 5: Emerging Infectious Diseases
In the United States, institutions caring for pediatric patients with Highly Hazardous Communicable Diseases (HHCDs) must prioritize preparedness due to the ongoing threat of infectious …
Pediatric Disaster Preparedness and Response Topical Collection Chapter 4: Mental Health Issues
Children's mental health issues are often addressed by schools and pediatricians, who play crucial roles in identifying and treating symptoms of mental disorders. In times …