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Code Pink: one hospital's infant abduction plan.

G L Bagley1

  • 1Riverside Community Hospital, CA, USA.

Journal of Healthcare Protection Management : Publication of the International Association for Hospital Security
|May 27, 1999
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Protecting against infant abduction is crucial for healthcare facilities. This study details a "Code Pink" plan and drill to identify and correct child protection vulnerabilities.

Area of Science:

  • Healthcare Security
  • Pediatric Patient Safety

Background:

  • Infant and child abduction poses a significant threat to healthcare facilities.
  • Existing security measures may not be sufficient to prevent such devastating events.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To present a comprehensive strategy for preventing infant and child abduction within a hospital setting.
  • To evaluate the effectiveness of a specific emergency preparedness plan through a simulated drill.

Main Methods:

  • Development and implementation of a hospital-specific emergency plan, termed "Code Pink."
  • Conducting a full-scale drill to simulate an abduction scenario.
  • Analyzing the drill outcomes to identify plan deficiencies and areas for improvement.

Main Results:

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  • The "Code Pink" plan provided a framework for responding to abduction attempts.
  • The drill successfully identified specific procedural errors and communication gaps.
  • Mistakes uncovered during the drill offer opportunities for targeted plan refinement.

Conclusions:

  • A well-defined emergency plan like "Code Pink" is essential for infant and child protection.
  • Regular drills are vital for testing and improving the efficacy of abduction prevention strategies.
  • Continuous evaluation and updating of security protocols enhance healthcare facility safety.