Recent FAQs

How long should I cool a child’s burn for?

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

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What are the biggest dehydration red flags that should trigger 999?

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How long should a child rest from sport and screens after concussion?

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Can I use an AED on a child or infant safely?

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Should I put my fingers in the child’s mouth to clear the blockage?

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What if the child is breathing but snoring or making strange noises?

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How is the primary survey different for infants versus older children?

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When should I call 999 for a child having a seizure?

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

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When is bleeding in a child considered ‘catastrophic’?

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When should a ‘simple’ nosebleed in a child be seen urgently?

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How many puffs of a reliever inhaler can be given in an asthma attack?

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When does a bump on the head need A&E rather than home observation?

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Should I use a spacer in an emergency or is the inhaler alone enough?

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When is something in a child’s eye an emergency?

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Can someone have a severe asthma attack even if their asthma is usually mild?

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What substances and objects in my setting are highest risk for children?

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What are red flags that an asthma attack is life-threatening?

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How do I know when a sting reaction is serious enough for 999?

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How can organisations prepare for asthma emergencies?

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Do I start CPR differently on infants compared with older children?

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How can I tell the difference between mild and severe choking?

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When should I not put a child in the recovery position?

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