ASTM International - ASTM F1286-90(2009)
Standard Guide for Development and Operation of Level 1 Pediatric Trauma Facilities (Withdrawn 2015)
| Organization: | ASTM International |
| Publication Date: | 1 March 2009 |
| Status: | inactive |
| Page Count: | 8 |
| ICS Code (First aid): | 11.160 |
significance And Use:
The purpose of this guide is to provide guidelines for categorizing pediatric trauma centers to ensure consistency of pediatric trauma care throughout the nation. The guidelines will form the... View More
scope:
1.1 This guide establishes minimum guidelines for the development and operation of a pediatric trauma facility in a children's or general hospital. A pediatric trauma facility is an institution whose medical and administrative leadership has expressed the personal, institutional, and financial commitment to optimal care of the injured child 24 h a day, 365 days a year.
1.2 This guide defines the system, organizational structure, clinical personnel, and physical equipment necessary for a pediatric trauma facility, whether freestanding or a joint adult/pediatric facility in either a children's hospital or general hospital committed to the care of injured children.
1.3 The criteria outline in this guide incorporates levels of categorization and their essential or desired characteristics.
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