These Pediatric Consultation and Transfer
Guidelines are distributed by the Washington State Department of
Health on behalf of the Governor’s Steering Committee on EMS and
Trauma to assist Washington hospitals and trauma care services with
the development of their pediatric interfacility transfer
guidelines. The guidelines address critical illness, burn and
trauma patients.
The
Department of Health (DOH) does not mandate the use of these
guidelines. The DOH recognizes the varying resources of different
services and that what works for one may not work for another.
Hospitals and physicians should evaluate the content of these
guidelines to determine the potential benefits for their own
practice or for any particular patient. The decision to use these
guidelines depends on the independent medical judgment of the
physician. It is recommended that facilities and physicians who
choose to use these guidelines consult with the DOH on a regular
basis for any updates to their content.
These guidelines were adapted from the professional literature and
standards. They have been endorsed by the Steering Committee and by
the DOH Office of Community Health Systems. The guidelines have not
been tested or validated.
The DOH would
appreciate any feedback about experiences with the guidelines.
Please send comments to Mary Rotert RN, 360 236-2874 or
mary.rotert@doh.wa.gov.
