Quality Care in Pediatric Trauma

Overview

Journal Int J Crit Illn Inj Sci

Specialty Critical Care

Date 2012 Nov 28

PMID 23181209

Citations 3

Authors

Amelia J Simpson

Frederick P Rivara

Tam N Pham

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Abstract

Infrastructure, processes of care and outcome measurements are the cornerstone of quality care for pediatric trauma. This review aims to evaluate current evidence on system organization and concentration of pediatric expertise in the delivery of pediatric trauma care. It discusses key quality indicators for all phases of care, from pre-hospital to post-discharge recovery. In particular, it highlights the importance of measuring quality of life and psychosocial recovery for the injured child.

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