The whole idea of closing the wound is to bring the two edges of the wound together so that healing is quicker. The method used depends on the Size of the wound The amount of swelling in the wound And the duration the wound take to heal The age of child There are mainly […]
Read More →This is a benign birthmark due to a collection of melanocytes at the site. Features Flat bluish- blackish discolouration This fates generally over years ( 5-6 years) Location Most common over the lower back, buttock Treatment No treatment is required as it resolves spontaneously. Make sure you document it for further records. Remember Accidental […]
Read More →Mouth care is important especially in children who receive chemotherapy. It has to be done on a daily basis Most children are able to cope up with it themselves, but some may experience severe weakness and might need help. Look below for the procedure Equipment required Tray Mouthwash Cups Receiver or bowl Paper tissue Spatula […]
Read More →EQUIPMENT REQUIRED Clean tray to place the equipment 21 G needles for drawing medications 21, 23 or 25 G needles based on the route of administration Syringes Swabs- 70% isopropyl alcohol Multiple dose drug vial to be administered Patients prescription chart Recording sheet and book PROCEDURE Wash hands with bactericidal soap and water or […]
Read More →Nasal Swabs may be needed to look for infections and to investigate MRSA bacteria Follow the procedure as below Explain the procedure to the patient and the attendees Wash hands with antibacterial soap and water or use the bactericidal hand solution Make sure that no antibacterial solution or drops have been used before taking the […]
Read More →Herpes simplex infection of the baby occurs during birth. It is caused by the Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV). There are two types of HSV. Aetiology HSV type 1- in 20% of cases. HSV type 2- in 80% of cases Clinical features Localised skin, mouth, eye infection in 30% of cases Skin infections Group vesicles, pustules […]
Read More →EXAMINATION OF NEWBORN AIMS OF THE EXAMINATION: Improve health outcomes Safe & effective assessments Family centred early intervention WHY DO IT? To detect abnormalities To arrange follow-up To reassure parents /counsel WHO SHOULD PERFORM IT? Paediatric/Neonatal team By Trained Midwives WHEN TO DO THE EXAMINATION? It is done <72 hrs of […]
Read More →Document the below in baby’s delivery notes. Caput Succedaneum Cephalhaematoma: Eye Deformity- Cataracts Retinal Haemorrhages Red reflex – Present/ Absent Ears Deformity: Shape/size Normal level or ‘low set’? Check patency Preauricular tags & sinuses Nose deformity: Shape Patency Mouth deformity: Palate Lips Tongue Pre-auricular skin tag Inherited as […]
Read More →Age(In years) Respiratory Rate < 2 years 20 to 40 per minute 2-5 years […]
Read More →Oral medications can be as Suspension or Syrups Tablets Sublingual medications. Go through the following to be confident in administering oral medications PROCEDURE Wash hands with bactericidal soap and water or bactericidal alcohol hand rub Before administering check if it is due and not been given already Check the information in the prescription chart […]
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