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What should staff do if a child seems fine at the time but becomes unwell later?

Parents or carers should be advised to seek urgent medical review or call 999 if red flag symptoms appear after the child has gone home; documentation that this advice was given is important if deterioration occurs later.

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Can I be held liable for using a tourniquet or wound-packing in an emergency?

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