Dixie Galvez (CPR) or First Aid

Summary of CPR Or First Aid: Caring for children can be a very rewarding and challenging career choice. Not only does this job take a patient, energetic, and dedicated person, It also demands a responsible, intelligent, and quick thinking individual. A Child care provider must have the ability to respond with calmness and intelligence in the event of an emergency. As day care providers, it is essential to establish plans and procedures ahead of time to ensure the proper responses when the unexpected odes occur. These plans and procedures should include proper training in lifesaving and first aid techniques by all employees, notarized permissions for treatment, a listing of emergency telephone numbers, first aid supplies, and transportation. If a child has been involved in an accident, no matter how minor, it is important to document the incident in writing and give this information to the parents and keep a copy for your records. A child may be injured in what initially appears to you ...

: Bites: Because serious infections may result from an insect, Animal, or Human bite, Its is important to address the wounds carefully, and to notify authorities if the bite is by an animal possibly having rabies.      : Follow these   steps in treating animal or Human Bites: 1.) Allow the wound to bleed to remove the animal´s saliva. 2.) Use hydrogen peroxide or soap and water to clean the wound 3.) Wrap the wound and notify the parents.  Some children have negative reactions to many insect bites, including difficulty in breathing, fever, hives and vomiting. Some allergic reactions may even cause death. :Do The Following immediately if a child experience any negative reaction to an insect bite:    1.) Call for emergency assistance. 2.) Keep the child calm and in a comfortable position. 3.) Administer medication in emergencies if provided by parents. Eye Injuries: Common eye injuries in day care facilities most often result from active play and curiosi...

                            ¨ Conditions That Are Not Life Threatening¨ ¨ Typically, Injuries and illnesses that take place at a day care facility are not life threatening. Care providers should be trained to perform basic first aid to limit complications. Conditions that usually are not life threatening include: 1.) Abrasions and cuts. 2.) Bites 3.) Bruises 4.) Burns 5.) Eye Injuries 6.) Splinters 7.) Sprains 8.) Nosebleeds :Abrasions and Cuts: As a care provider, you will probably encounter more abrasions and cuts than any other type of injury or illness. Your primary concerns in treating minor skin wounds are to control bleeding and prevent infection. After washing your hands, To treat a wound, Take the following steps. 1.) Apply pressure on the wound with a sterile pad if the wounds is bleeding, or apply an ice pack to slow bleeding and reduce swelling. 2.) Clean the wound with hydrog...

                                    ¨ Non Poisonous Plants¨ 1.) African Violet                                        11.) Prayer Plant 2.) Begonia                                                     12. Purple Passion 3.) Christmas Cactus                                 13.) Rose 4.) Coleus                                                      ...

                                            " Poisoning, Early of Poisoning"     1.) Poisoning: Children may ingest a wide range of poisonous materials while at a day care facility, or even before being dropped off for the day. Poisonous materials do not only include the obvious cleaning products and chemicals under the sink. Also included are plants, berries,  and aspirin. It is important for you to keep these items out of a child's reach, and to be able to detect early symptoms should poisoning occur. 2.) Early Signs Of Poisoning Include:     1.) Nausea or Vomiting     2.) Confusion, Disorientation     3.) Loss of Consciousness     4.) Cramps or Diarrhea     5.) Unusual odor or breath     6.) Cold and Clammy Skin     7.) Convulsions   ...

                          "   Head Injuries, Early Symptoms, Later Symptoms" 1.) Head Injuries: Head injuries can range anywhere from a minor blow or bump on the head to scalp wounds to internal bleeding and swelling, Because many symptoms do not develop until minutes, hours, or days later, it is important to recognize both the early and late symptoms of a head injury. 2.) Early Symptoms Include:     1.) Repeated or forceful Vomiting.     2.) Severe headache.     3.) Aggressiveness, Disorientation     4.) Drowsiness.     5.) Bleeding or clear fluid from ears or nose. 3.) Later Symptoms Include:     1.) Weakness or paralysis.     2.) Poor Coordination.     3.) Unequal pupil size     4.) Seizures     5.) Double Vision     6.) Disturbances in speech     7.) Swelling be...

                                                                   "Bleeding, And Electric Shock:      :Bleeding: When a child receives injuries that result in severe bleeding, It is important for you to remain calm and act quickly. To stop the bleeding, You should do as follows.     1.) Place sterile gauze or clean material over the wound, applying firm pressure directly on the                          wound.     2.) Apply pressure for 5 to 10 minutes, while elevating the bleeding part on a pillow.     3.) To slow bleeding and decrease swelling, place an ice pack wrapped in cloth on the wound.     4.) If bleeding persists, Place another sterile gauze over the ot...

                                        : More Serious signs of shock Include:     1.) Rapid, Weak Pulse.     2.) Extreme thirst     3.) Dilated pupils     4.) Nausea and     5.) Bluish lips, Nails, and lobes.     6.) Vomiting. :In Treating Shock, Take Emergency Steps:     1.) Treating the cause of the shock first.     2.)  While keeping the child lying down, Elevate the child's feet 8 to 10 inches.     3.) Cover the child with a blanket.     4.) Do not give the child, fluids, or medication. Do wet the child's lips with a damp cloth if child                               complains of thirst.     5.) Observe the child's breathing and perform CPR if necessary until help...

                                       Absence Of Breathing, Airway Obstruction, Shock"     1.) Absence Of Breathing.                                                                                                                                                                                             ...