- Prepare
- Appoint PECCs
- Assess and Review
- Improve
- Care Team Training and Competencies
- Clinical Pathways
- Equipment, Supplies, and Medications
- Emergency Department Support Services
- Patient and Medication Safety
- Policies, Procedures, and Protocols
- Quality Improvement
- Get Recognized
Resource Overview
- This Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality resource highlights the importance of culturally and linguistically appropriate care in supporting patient safety, family understanding, and trust.
- Provides foundational guidance to support equitable, respectful, and family-centered care for diverse pediatric populations.
How to Use This Resource
- Review to understand how culture and language influence pediatric emergency care and safety.
- Use to support staff education and improve communication with patients and families.
- Incorporate principles into policies, workflows, and quality improvement efforts to reduce disparities.