Handling Emergencies with Children

Most hospitalizations in children & youth in Atlantic Canada are caused by:

• falls

• fire

• cuts

• poisoning

Give me one important thing to do if you are babysitting and discover a fire in the kitchen:

What is NOT true about febrile seizures:

• They are associated with ages 3 months to 6 years.

• Remain calm, do not panic (if you are witness to one)

• Keep the child in a safe position, usually on the floor if having a seizure

• This is not a medical emergency, it doesn't exist

Care for a choking child can involve (choose all that apply):

• back blows

• abdominal thrusts

• chest thrusts

• gently rubbing their back

CPR consists of mouth-to-mouth respiration and chest compression to attempt to restore breathing.

• True

• False

What is anaphylaxis?

What is the most important thing about a fever.

• To bring the temperature down

• To not worry; it'll look after itself

You can call 911 if you suspect a child has ingested a poisonous substance.

• yes

• no

When a fire starts, what is important to remember: (check all that apply)

• Get out

• Stay out

• Call 911

• Go back in to save the pet

Tell me something you learned about handling emergencies with children today.