The 4 S’s of Disaster Management Framework: A Case Study of the 2022 Pediatric Tripledemic Response in a Community Hospital
During the 2022 pediatric “tripledemic,” a community hospital used the 4 S’s—space, staff, stuff, structure—to manage a surge without ICU transfers. Actions included reconfiguring space, redeploying staff, reallocating equipment, and strengthening partnerships. The strategy helped maintain care without crisis standards.
Evidence At A Glance
Intervention Area:
Surge management:
- Medical surge
- Multi-sector partnerships & training