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The silent epidemic: Pediatric drowning
This lecture will provide an overview of the current landscape of pediatric drowning and why it is considered a “silent” epidemic. Dr. Finney will guide the audience from drowning's impact on both the U.S. and global populations to the resuscitation priorities for prehospital and emergency department providers. Dr. Finney will also explore the socioeconomic factors associated with drowning and how prevention, access to water, and public education are the keys to defeating this deadly public health crisis.
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Course Details
Duration
1 hour
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Learning Objectives
- 1 Explore the epidemiology of pediatric drowning.
- 2 Understand the pathophysiology of drowning.
- 3 Define the prehospital and emergency department priorities in management.
- 4 Explore the importance of and priorities for drowning prevention.
- 5 Provide resources for drowning prevention.
- 6 Understand the pathophysiology of drowning.
Course Outline
Accreditation
CAPCE Accredited: 1.0 hour of NCCP - Airway/Respiration/Ventilation, NCCP - Cardiovascular, NCCP - Medical CE (EMS)