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Safe Transport of Children Guidelines/Protocols

Example guidelines/protocols from state EMS offices. (section last updated July 11, 2022)

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Example guidelines/protocols from state EMS offices. (section last updated July 11, 2022)

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Relief of Pain and Anxiety in Pediatric Patients in Emergency Medical Systems (AAP)

Control of pain and stress for children is a vital component of emergency medical care. Timely administration of analgesia affects the entire emer- gency medical experience and can have a lasting effect on a child’s …

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Control of pain and stress for children is a vital component of emergency medical care. …

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Prehospital Guidelines Consortium - EBGs

This link contains the following pediatric evidence-based guideline (EBG) topics: Neonatal Resuscitation, PALS, Pediatric BLS and CPR Quality, Pediatric Seizures, Traumatic Brain Injury in Infants, Children, and Adolescents, Pediatric Cervical Spinal Injuries.

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This link contains the following pediatric evidence-based guideline (EBG) topics: Neonatal Resuscitation, PALS, Pediatric BLS …

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Prehospital Evidence-Based Guideline Implementation Toolkit V3.0

This toolkit provides practical information about the development and use of evidence-based guidelines for prehospital care, and addresses the implementation of guidelines related to any clinical or operational topic relevant to EMS. Resources contained herein …

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This toolkit provides practical information about the development and use of evidence-based guidelines for prehospital …

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Prehospital Evidence Based Practice Resources (Canada)

Prehospital Evidence Based Practice (PEP) is a collaborative effort of Canadian and international EMS clinicians (paramedics, physicians, nurses and other allied health professionals). PEP is sponsored and managed by the Dalhousie University Department of Emergency …

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Prehospital Evidence Based Practice (PEP) is a collaborative effort of Canadian and international EMS clinicians …

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Pediatric Decision Tree: A Tool for Prehospital Destination Choice

The Pediatric Decision Tree (PDTree) is an evidence-based guideline to suggest the type of pediatric hospital which can meet a child’s definitive needs. The PDTree defines four levels of pediatric care; designated trauma/burn centers, comprehensive …

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The Pediatric Decision Tree (PDTree) is an evidence-based guideline to suggest the type of pediatric …

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Integrating Evidence-Based Pediatric Prehospital Protocols into Practice (PPT presentation)

PowerPoint presentation by Dr. Manish Shah. Objectives: 1) To provide an overview of the past, present and future of national prehospital evidence-based guideline (EBG) development 2) To describe critical considerations in developing, implementing and assessing …

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PowerPoint presentation by Dr. Manish Shah. Objectives: 1) To provide an overview of the past, …

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Highlights of the 2020 AHA Guidelines for CPR and ECC

These Highlights summarize the key issues and changes in the 2020 American Heart Association (AHA) Guidelines for Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Emergency Cardiovascular Care (ECC). The 2020 Guidelines are a comprehensive revision of the AHA’s …

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These Highlights summarize the key issues and changes in the 2020 American Heart Association (AHA) …

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Guidelines for Prehospital Pediatric Protocol Development (CA EMSA)

In this document the California EMS Authority (EMSA), informed by the EMSC-Technical Advisory Committee, recommends local EMS agencies address specific issues in the development of pediatric protocols. In addition, this document provides references for protocols …

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In this document the California EMS Authority (EMSA), informed by the EMSC-Technical Advisory Committee, recommends …

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EMS Protocols (state/region/locality-specific)

The purpose of this website is to promote openness, discussion and collaboration among system directors in the development of EMS protocols, with the goal to help improve all EMS protocols to the current state of …

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The purpose of this website is to promote openness, discussion and collaboration among system directors …

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National Model EMS Clinical Guidelines (NASEMSO)

Pediatric information integrated throughout the model guidelines. Pediatric-specific guidelines start on page 144 (BRUE, Bronchiolitis, Croup, Neonatal Reususcitation, Childbirth). Additional pediatric-specific information includes: Pediatric Vitals/GCS (page 16); Pediatric Glasgow Coma Scale (page 17); Pediatric Syncope …

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Pediatric information integrated throughout the model guidelines. Pediatric-specific guidelines start on page 144 (BRUE, Bronchiolitis, …

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Field Triage Guidelines (ACS)

The American College of Surgeons (ACS) Field Trauma Triage Guidelines (FTTG), for use by clinicians nationwide, provide evidence-based criteria in making care and transport decisions for patients with traumatic injuries in the prehospital setting.

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The American College of Surgeons (ACS) Field Trauma Triage Guidelines (FTTG), for use by clinicians …

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Child Maltreatment (sample ED policy with prehospital references)

Child Maltreatment, A Sample Policy for the Care of Children in the ED (includes information on how EMS providers can gather data to report to ED: Sections III.D.13. and, V.B.2.)

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Child Maltreatment, A Sample Policy for the Care of Children in the ED (includes information …

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Children with Special Health Care Needs (NY EMSC Reference Card)

Reference card from New York EMSC (March 2003)

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Reference card from New York EMSC (March 2003)

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Children with Special Health Care Needs: Template for Prehospital Protocol Development

Abstract: Because of the dynamic and fragile nature of the medical conditions typically borne by children with special health care needs (CSHCN), the need for emergency care is not uncommon and prehospital providers are increasingly …

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Abstract: Because of the dynamic and fragile nature of the medical conditions typically borne by …

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Definitions and Assessment Approaches for Emergency Services for Children (Pediatrics)

Pediatric Life Support (PLS) courses and instructional programs are educational tools developed to teach resuscitation and stabilization of children who are critically ill or injured. A number of PLS courses have been developed by national …

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Pediatric Life Support (PLS) courses and instructional programs are educational tools developed to teach resuscitation …

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Region V for Kids (formerly EGLPCDR)

The mission of Region V for Kids (formerly EGLPCDR) is to build on existing foundations in pediatric clinical care and emergency response by enhancing coordination mechanisms and incorporating relevant capabilities at the local, state and …

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The mission of Region V for Kids (formerly EGLPCDR) is to build on existing foundations …

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Equipment & Supply Grant Information

Included below are grant and funding opportunities for equipment and supplies purchases. Disclaimer: Grant & application periods vary, and not everything listed here will always be open.

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Included below are grant and funding opportunities for equipment and supplies purchases. Disclaimer: Grant & …

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Family Assessment of Medical Interventions & Liaisons with the Young (FAMILY) EMS Instrument

The FAMILY (Family Assessment of Medical Interventions & Liaisons with the Young) EMS Insturument allows for standardized collection of family and caregiver satisfaction with pediatric EMS care. It was derived via a modified Delhi method; …

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The FAMILY (Family Assessment of Medical Interventions & Liaisons with the Young) EMS Insturument allows …

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Ambulance Equipment Lists by State

Hyperlinks to information on state requirements for ambulance equipment.

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Hyperlinks to information on state requirements for ambulance equipment.

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