How to Perform Patient Decontamination: A Picture Guide is a user-friendly guide on how to perform pediatric decontamination in hospital settings.

The publication was produced by the Children’s Hospital Los Angeles and This guide outlines methods and strategies for performing pediatric patient decontamination in a hospital setting.

While the underlying concepts of pediatric decontamination are relatively similar to those in adults, execution tends to be more difficult. This guide takes into account the specific needs of children, while offering strategies for minimizing potential physiological risks during decontamination.