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Can someone drown in very shallow water?

Yes; people can drown in baths, puddles or shallow pools if they are unable to move or protect their airway, for example due to seizures, intoxication or loss of consciousness. Any face-down immersion requires urgent attention.

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What if the child vomits or feels worse after adrenaline?

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What is a flail chest and why is it serious?

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Can staff help a child use their adrenaline auto-injector?

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Should I always give rescue breaths as well as compressions?

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Is it true you should not give drinks in heatstroke?

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How should we brief parents after their child has a seizure at our setting?

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