Pediatric Disaster Preparedness and Response Topical Collection: Part One

Source: American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP). Published: 2019. This 99-page document endeavors to inform and guide pediatricians, planners, responders, care providers, and volunteers to be better prepared to deal with children affected by disasters. It is an update of select material in the 2005 Pediatric Terrorism and Disaster Preparedness Resource manual. Chapter topics include How Children Are Different; Disaster Planning for Pediatricians; Preparedness Planning in Specific Practice Settings; Mental Health Issues; Emerging Infectious Diseases; and Pediatric Preparedness Exercises. (PDF)
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