Pediatric Emergency Procedures and Response Protocol

1. Emergency Equipment Requirements

Essential Equipment

• Pediatric-sized resuscitation equipment
• Oxygen delivery systems with appropriate masks
• Pediatric AED with infant/child pads
• Emergency medications kit
• Airway management supplies

Emergency Cart Organization

• Color-coded drawers (Broselow system)
• Weight-based dosing charts
• Monthly inventory checklist
• Emergency protocol cards

2. Staff Roles and Responsibilities

Team Leader (Physician)

• Directs emergency response
• Performs critical procedures
• Makes treatment decisions

Primary Nurse

• Assists with procedures
• Administers medications
• Documents interventions

Support Staff

• Calls emergency services (911)
• Directs EMS to location
• Manages family communication

3. Emergency Response Protocol

Initial Assessment (ABC)

1. Airway
2. Breathing
3. Circulation

Code Activation

1. Staff member identifies emergency
2. Activates office emergency system
3. Calls for assistance

Documentation Requirements

• Time of event
• Interventions performed
• Medications administered
• Vital signs
• Transfer details

4. Training Requirements

Required Certifications

• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Emergency medication administration

Mock Drills

• Monthly team scenarios
• Equipment checks
• Response time evaluation

5. Emergency Contact Information

Essential Contacts

• Emergency Services: 911
• Nearest Pediatric ED
• Transport Services
• Poison Control

6. Quality Assurance

Post-Event Review

• Team debriefing
• Documentation review
• Protocol compliance check
• Equipment assessment