Bonner General Health Emergency Department named the first Critical Access Hospital in Idaho to be recognized as Pediatric Capable by the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare.
Several years ago, the National Pediatric Readiness Project Assessment revealed a need for improvements in pediatric readiness in Emergency Departments around the nation. Pediatric Readiness ensures Emergency Departments (ED) have pediatric-specific policies, equipment, procedures, staff, and resources available to meet the unique needs of the specialized emergency care required to care for children (birth-teen).
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Some signs that you may need to seek help immediately
- Difficulty Breathing or Shortness of Breath
- Traumatic Injuries
- Severe Allergic Reaction
- Sudden or Severe Chest Pain
- Uncontrolled Bleeding
- Vomiting or Coughing Up Blood
Do you have stroke symptoms?
The BE FAST exam is a rapid exam tool to identify the symptoms of a stroke. The patient is assessed for Balance, Eyes, Facial droop, Arm weakness, Speech difficulties and
Time of onset of symptoms.
Balance. Are you experiencing trouble in balance or
coordination?
Eyes. Do you have a loss or change in vision?
Facial Droop. Is one side of your face dropping?
Arm Weakness. Do you have weakness or numbness in an arm or leg?
Speech Difficulties. Is it hard to form words, are words not making sense, or is there difficulty speaking?
Time. How much time has passed since the symptoms began?
Thunder Clap Headache. Have you experience a thunder clap headache, which is described as a ‘severe headache of sudden onset’?
Any failures identified in any section would denote a positive exam for stroke.
COVID-19
If you need medical attention at our Emergency Department and are currently COVID-positive, please let our staff know upon your arrival.
