Optimizing Advanced Imaging for Pediatric Patients in the ED Sample Policy
- EMSC Innovation & Improvement Center
- 5 minutes
Emergency Department Support Services
Ensures radiology and laboratory are prepared, aligned, and responsive to pediatric-specific needs within emergency department (ED) workflows.
Why it matters: Reduces delays, unnecessary radiation exposure, and inappropriate testing that can affect outcomes and length of stay.
Key focus areas: Pediatric protocols, turnaround times, and communication between services.
Who to engage: Radiology and laboratory leadership, ED leadership, PECCs, Quality teams.
Getting started: Review pediatric imaging and laboratory workflows and identify gaps in pediatric protocols or coordination.