Pediatric Trauma SIG

Committee Chair
Christine Perlick, MBA, BSN, RN

The Pediatric Trauma SIG is a very active group of pediatric trauma nurses interested in the care of the pediatric trauma patient. This SIG is guided by the Pediatric Steering Committee. For more information, or to get involved, contact one of the group chairs below.

STN Members can visit the STN Pediatric Trauma Online Community to discuss topics important to pediatric trauma nurses.

Resources

• STN Pediatric Trauma Online Community Discussion
• 2008, Acute Stress Disorder Survey Results
• 2011, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder in Youth and Children
• 2018, Joint Policy Statement- Guidelines for Care of Children in the Emergency Department
• 2022, Pediatric Trauma Steering Committee Strategic Plan
• Pediatric Audit Filters
• Pediatric Injury Prevention Programs
• Inter Facility Tool Kit for the Pediatric Patient
• Pediatric Medical Traumatic Stress: A CE Program for Nurses

Pediatric Education

• Management of Pediatric Trauma
  Pediatrics, August 2016, VOLUME 138 / ISSUE 2, From the American Academy of Pediatrics

Links

• CPS technician classes
• EMSC National Resource Center
• Every 15 minutes
• Healthcare Toolbox
• Think First

Suggested Reading

Stafford, P., Blinman, T., Nance, M., Practical points in evaluation and resuscitation of the injured child. Surgical Clinics of North America 2002, 82, 273-301.
This article focuses on the importance of the principles and concepts of quality trauma care, citing the "golden hour" and ATLS as providing a consistent guideline of care. The article discusses the key components in the primary survey through the resuscitation phase. It systematically reviews the secondary survey and discusses specific caveats in caring for the pediatric trauma patient. This article is thorough and would serve as an excellent reference for clinical staff.