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The Region 5 EMS for Children Pediatric Assessment Challenge is a team-based pediatric simulation competition held during the EMS for Children Cookout on May 20, 2026, at Piedmont Macon North Hospital.

This supportive and engaging challenge emphasizes:

• Pediatric Assessment Triangle (PAT)
• Teamwork and communication
• Recognition of clinical deterioration
• Patient and caregiver interaction
• Clinical decision-making and transport considerations

Competition tracks include:

• Provider Teams
• Student Teams
• Junior Teams

Teams will participate in realistic pediatric-focused simulation scenarios designed around the first critical minutes of patient care.

The first six competing teams to register by May 7, 2026, will receive VIP incentive tickets to the July 4 Macon Bacon “R5TRAUMA Night” game.

For registration or additional information:
Kristal Smith – 478-288-0708

TRAUMA AND HYPOTHERMIA ARE A DEADLY COMBINATION

The lethal trauma triad—hypothermia, acidosis, and coagulopathy—is a significant cause of death in patients with traumatic injuries. Failing to stop any one of the triad’s components leads to worsening hemorrhage and eventual death.

• Stop the Bleeding
• Keep ambulances and resuscitation rooms warm
• Remove any wet clothing
• Cover patients with blankets and other warming devices
• Expose patients ONLY as needed for assessment and treatment
• Warm ALL IV fluids and blood products
• DO NOT infuse large volumes of crystalloid fluids*

*Generally, burn patients are the ONLY trauma patients who require large volumes of crystalloid fluids. Warm ALL IV fluids – burn trauma patients are especially susceptible to hypothermia.

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