If you are worried that your child ingested a medication in error or overdosed on a medication, call the San Francisco Poison Control at 800-222-1222. Do not wait for symptoms to occur! Calling right away may prevent adverse outcomes.
Accidental poisoning most frequently occurs in children 1 to 4 years old. All poisons, medications, and other toxic substances should be kept out of sight and reach of children. Cabinets and drawers containing such substances should be securely locked. Ipecac is no longer recommended for poisonings.
If you are worried that your child ingested a medication in error or overdosed on a medication, call the San Francisco Poison Control at 800-222-1222. Do not wait for symptoms to occur! Calling right away may prevent adverse outcomes. Head injury is the leading cause of childhood injury. A blow to the head or fall on the head my lead to scalp swelling, bruising, lacerations, skull fractures, concussions, or even brain injuries. If you child has a head injury look for the following signs, which may be indications that your child needs to be evaluated by a physician.
In order to prevent injuries, remind your child to wear a helmet when riding a bicycle, scooter, roller blades, skateboard, snowboard, downhill skis or other moving object. Auto accidents are one of the most common causes of childhood injury and death. Adherence to car seat safety guidelines may save your child in the event of an accident. In 2011, the guidelines for car seat safety have been updated to the following:
For more information from the American Academy of Pediatrics, read the Car Safety Guidlines from 2011. |
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