Level 7 Day Case Plaster Cast Advice: The Alex
17th August 2020DO NOT GET YOUR PLASTER WETPlaster casts: problems to look out for. Increased pain that is not relieved by pain killers such as, paracetamol and ibuprofen. Numbness or tingling in the hand or foot or under the cast. Burning or stinging sensation. Swelling in the hand or foot below the cast or splint. The skin or nail colour below the …
Read moreSafeguarding and child protection assessments: The Alex
24th July 2020This information is intended to help you understand the safeguarding and child protection assessment and: Why people are concerned. What processes are involved. What will happen afterwards. Where families can get help. Why are people concerned?There are a number of reasons why health professionals may have safeguarding concerns about a child. This could include: You and your family need additional …
Read moreConcussion: The Alex
11th June 2020What is concussion?Concussion is a type of mild brain injury. It occurs after a bump, blow or jolt to the head which cause chemical changes in the brain, and sometimes damage to the brain cells. Most concussions happen whilst playing sports, but can also happen from car or bicycle accidents, fights, or falls. Concussions generally don’t show up on CT …
Read moreCellulitis: The Alex
1st May 2020What is cellulitis?Cellulitis is a bacterial infection of the deeper layers of the skin. The most common bacteria to cause cellulitis are called Staphylococcus Aureus and Streptococcus Pyogenes. Cellulitis can affect the skin on most parts of the body. Bacteria usually enter the body through an area of broken skin, for example from: An insect bite. A burn or graze, …
Read moreFebrile seizures: The Alex
19th November 2019What is a febrile seizure?Febrile means having a fever and seizure is another word used to describe a fit or convulsion. A febrile seizure is when your child has a fit when they have a fever. Febrile seizures do not hurt your child and do not cause brain damage. What causes febrile seizures?In some children, a fever of 38ºC and …
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