By nature kids are inquisitive. They grow up running around and exploring the world around them in a carefree manner, which sometimes leads to different injuries. So, if you are parents of toddlers, please make sure you know the first-aids for some common injuries of kids. It is kind of inevitable that at some point you will encounter a situation when you have to give first-aids to your wounded kids. In-house doctors of different Preschool centres organize workshops for parents and educate them about the first-aids for common injuries for kids. Below they have shared some useful first-aid tips for kids. Cuts and Scrapes: If your child gets cut or scrapes, the first thing that needs to be done is to stop the bleeding, and that can be done by applying slight pressure to the cut area. Next, dab the wound with cotton dipped in warm water that is mixed with some child-friendly antiseptic lotion. This would sanitize the area and remove any dirt particles that might be lodged in the wound. Once the area is cleaned properly, apply antiseptic cream and cover the wound with a loose bandage. After giving the first-aid, do not forget to take your little one to get his tetanus shots, if he has not received the same in the last ten years. Keep on applying fresh bandage every day until the wound heals. Burns: If your child gets burned, immediately put the burnt area under cool running water at least for five minutes. Please avoid using ice on the affected area as it would stop the blood circulation in the region which in turn slow down the healing process. In La Palma, CA doctors suggest parents avoid using grease, butter or other such substances to cover the burn as it would trap the heat and prevent the proper healing. Once you are done with the first-aid, please consult a good doctor and do not do any self-medication. Epileptic Seizures: If your child has epileptic seizures, gently ease your child onto the floor. After this, you can put a folded towel or pillow under their heads. Once they recover, please tell them what happened to them in simple age-appropriate language. If the seizures last for more than five minutes, take them to the doctor immediately. Poisoning by Bleach Consumption: First, wash off your child’s mouth using freshwater, this would cleanse their mouth. Then please change their clothes because sometimes the bleach smell can make them feel nauseous. After that give them some warm milk to drink. Drinking milk would dilute the bleach. If your child is still feeling uncomfortable, please take him to the doctor and do not forget to take the bleach container with you which would help the doctor to determine his medicines. According to the Preschool La Palma CA teachers, if parents have some basic first-aid knowledge, they can feel prepared whenever there is a medical emergency. But whenever you are giving first-aid to your kids, your calm demeanour will help you to give them adequate care.
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