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Podcast: Inside EMS
Episode: Inside EMS: Understanding the pediatric patient
Description: This episode of Inside EMS is sponsored by Pulsara. Learn more about how you can build a regional system of care for free by clicking here.
In this episode, co-hosts Chris Cebollero and Kelly Grayson discuss EMS1 columnist Kevin Grange's recent article, "Pediatric patient ABCs: 7 tips for EMTs and paramedics." Our co-hosts talk about building confidence, how best to use the Pediatric Assessment Triangle (PAT) and knowing the five different age ranges of growth development.
Pediatric calls are one of the top challenges for EMS providers, secondary to minimal training and call volume.Â