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What about bruises – can they ever be serious?

Bruising after significant trauma, in unusual locations or without clear cause may indicate deeper injury or medical conditions and should not be dismissed.

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Can I give food or drink to someone in shock?

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What if I mistake a faint or other event for a seizure?

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What if I am wrong and the child turns out to be fine?

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Is CPR different for children in drowning?

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When should I suspect internal bleeding as a cause of shock?

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Should I use the recovery position if someone might have a spinal injury?

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