Pediatric Readiness in Emergency Medical Services Systems

Abstract

on pediatric readiness in emergency medical services systems.

Assessing proximity effect of high‐acuity pediatric emergency departments on the pediatric readiness scores in neighboring general emergency departments

“…Finally, responses to the NPRP assessments are self‐reported, and natural variation in the NPRP responders could bias the sample. Given the lack of demographics or further information from non‐responders, it is difficult to make any conclusions 13,15 …”

Paediatric patients in mass casualty incidents: a comprehensive review and call to action

“…1 In the USA, research has been conducted and guidance provided on the topic by the American Academy of Pediatrics 2,3 and the American College of Emergency Physicians. 4 Research is often focused on paediatric readiness in emergency departments 5 (EDs) and emergency medical services (EMS). 6 Little guidance exists within the paediatric anaesthesia literature.…”

“…A joint policy statement put forth by the American Academy of Pediatrics, American College of Emergency Physicians, Emergency Nurses Association, National Association of Emergency Medical Services Physicians, and National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians in 2020 noted that EMS should 'collaborate with paediatric acute care experts to optimise EMS care through the development of care models to minimise morbidity and mortality in children as a result of illness and injuries'. 4 This review article compares differing aspects between care across various countries, particularly Australia, the USA, and the UK. We integrate some of the potential roles for anaesthesiologists with paediatric experience, which include preparation, command consultation, in-field care, prehospital transport duties, and work in the ED, operating theatre, and ICU.…”

Fifteen years beyond Institute of Medicine and the future of emergency care in the US health system: Illusions, delusions, and situational awareness

“…A newer initiative is to extend the program to the EMS community, where each EMS has a pediatric emergency care coordinator responsible for training and quality improvement initiatives. 40,41 As a trauma community, this is something we should support.…”