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Do all bruises after a fall need a doctor?

Most do not; however, severe pain, inability to use the limb, significant swelling, deformity or concerning head-injury features (vomiting, drowsiness, behaviour change) warrant medical review and sometimes 999 based on NHS head injury advice.

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How should we manage an unresponsive casualty who is vomiting or has a seizure?

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What conditions apart from bleeding can cause shock in children?

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Why is DRCABCDE preferred over just ‘ABC’?

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How can I tell if a child is ‘just upset’ or in true shock?

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What if the child vomits or feels worse after adrenaline?

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How do burns relate to safeguarding concerns?

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