Creating and improving a mass casualty incident response plan for a pediatric trauma Center: Analysis of focus group interviews with pediatric level I trauma centers

In brief

This study examines how pediatric Level I trauma centers develop and refine mass casualty incident response plans through focus group analysis. The research addresses unique challenges of treating children during disasters, emphasizing the need for clear protocols that account for pediatric anatomic and psychosocial differences.

• Pediatric MCI patients require specialized planning due to anatomic, physiologic, and psychosocial differences from adults.
• Effective MCI response plans must be clear, concise, and easy-to-follow to optimize outcomes under high-stress conditions.
• Stakeholder engagement is critical for creating and maintaining actionable pediatric trauma center MCI preparedness plans.

Written by the GCMD Library team from the article.