Medication and Safety

Medication safety is a critical component of Pediatric Readiness. This subsection provides tools and guidance to support safe pediatric medication practices, including weight-based dosing, error prevention, and standardized processes. These resources help ED teams reduce risk, improve accuracy, and enhance safety for pediatric patients across all stages of care.

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The National Pediatric Readiness Project is an initiative of the Health Resources and Services Administration’s (HRSA) Emergency Medical Services for Children (EMSC) Program with support from multidisciplinary organizations. The project empowers emergency departments nationwide to improve their “pediatric readiness” or capability to care for acutely ill and injured children.

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Medication and Safety

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