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Understanding pediatric readiness in community emergency departments in Northern California: a mixed methods study

Abstract

Access to pediatric emergency care is oftenlacking for children living in rural andunderserved communities. Hospitals in ruralcommunities are generally less preparedto handle pediatric emergencies. Training and resources were provided to community ED providers through a 7-year UC Davis program(TACTICAL).