ED Screening and Treatment Options for Pediatric (ED STOP) Suicide Discharge and Safety Planning

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This document provides information on how emergency departments can help children at risk of suicide. It describes ways to screen kids for suicidal thoughts, create safety plans, and ensure they get the right follow-up care after leaving the hospital. The goal is to keep young patients safe by making sure they have support from healthcare providers, family, and community resources. The document also includes links to more detailed guides on these important steps in helping children in crisis.

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Focus Area: Mental Health

Audiences: Behavioral Health Professionals; EMS Clinicians; Nurses; Physicians

Emergency Management Stage: Preparedness (Prevention / Protection)

Keywords: Mental Health Services; Pediatrics; Suicide; Safety Management; Emergency Service, Hospital; Risk Assessment

Institutions: EMSC Innovation and Improvement Center (EIIC)

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