The National Pediatric Readiness Project Checklist: Equipment, Supplies, & Medications
- EMSC Innovation & Improvement Center
- 15 minutes
Equipment, Supplies, and Medications
This subsection ensures age- and size-appropriate pediatric equipment, supplies, and medications are readily available, organized, and maintained.
Why it matters: Gaps in equipment or medications can delay care and increase risk of errors and issues during both routine emergencies and resuscitation.
Key focus areas: Availability, standardization, maintenance, accessibility.
Who to engage: Pediatric emergency care coordinators (PECCs), ED clinical teams, ED leadership, materials management, and pharmacy.
Getting started: Key resources are labelled “Pinned.” These are considered foundational. Start with them first.