Care of Children with Special Health Care Needs in a Disaster

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Resource Overview

  • Resources to support rapid access to critical health information for Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs (CYSHCN) during disasters.
  • Focuses on identification, continuity of care, technology and medication needs, and caregiver support.
  • Designed to help EDs integrate CYSHCN considerations into disaster plans and response activities.

How to Use This Resource

  • Review tools to improve identification and information gathering for CYSHCN in disaster scenarios.
  • Apply guidance to enhance preparedness workflows, triage, and documentation.
  • Incorporate into drills, disaster planning, and staff training to ensure continuity of care.

Guidance on ensuring access to essential medical information (e.g., EIFs, care plans, technology dependence) for CYSHCN during disasters.

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Professional resources from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) on disaster planning and care considerations for CYSHCN.

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