Covid-19 and the ED

Visiting the emergency department (ED) with a child can be overwhelming, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. Our research-based resources can help you prepare for your child’s next visit to the ED. 

 

We also have resources available for families to help understand what to expect when visiting the emergency department, without the COVID-19 pandemic. These resources are available in English, Ukrainian, and Russian. 

What to expect when visiting the emergency department during the COVID-19 pandemic

This video provides information about changes to hospital procedures that can be expected during the COVID-19 pandemic. It also provides the regular steps involved in an emergency department (ED) visit.

Created through a collaboration between ECHO Research and ARCHE with support from TREKK. Funding was provided by the Stollery Science Lab Distinguished Researchers program through the Stollery Children’s Hospital Foundation and the Women and Children’s Health Research Institute.  

This infographic provides information about what to expect when visiting the ED during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Created through a collaboration between ECHO Research and ARCHE, with support from TREKK. Funding was provided by the Stollery Science Lab Distinguished Researchers program through the Stollery Children’s Hospital Foundation and the Women and Children’s Health Research Institute. 

Disclaimer

The information contained in the video/multimedia content (the “Multimedia”) is provided on an “as is” basis and is offered for general information and educational purposes only; it is not offered as and does not constitute professional advice. There is no guarantee about the accuracy, applicability, fitness or completeness of the information found in the Multimedia. This information is provided without warranty of any kind, and the University of Alberta, its agents, employees, and students disclaim responsibility to any party for any loss or damage of any kind that may arise directly or indirectly as a result of the use of or reliance on the information contained in the Multimedia.

These resources may not be modified, reproduced or distributed without prior written consent of ECHO Research. Contact shannon.scott@ualberta.ca.

Physical treatments can include physiotherapy, prescribed exercise plans, strengthening exercises, massage, and more. 

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