title: Teamwork in pediatric trauma centers.
abstract: Various models have been proposed for optimal care of children in the trauma centers of general hospitals. The authors discuss the determinants of successful pediatric trauma care. In-house trauma surgeons, a consensus protocol for the first 20 minutes of resuscitation, real-time involvement of radiologists as part of the trauma team, and professional respect are the basis of teamwork.
authors.affiliation: Trauma Service, Memorial Hospital, 1725 E Boulder St, Colorado Springs, CO 80909, USA.
authors.forename: B H
authors.initials: BH
authors.lastname: Harris
authors.forename: L J
authors.initials: LJ
authors.lastname: Butler
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D002648:Child; D003120:Colorado; D006801:Humans; D010348:Patient Care Team / Q000458:organization & administration*; D014193:Trauma Centers / Q000458:organization & administration* / Q000706:statistics & numerical data