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SPECIALISED PAEDIATRIC ACUTE MEDICAL CARE


Acute paediatric care is a branch of medicine that involves the treatment of infants, children and adolescents suffering from acute conditions or emergency trauma.


We at North Coast Emergency Group provide services to children with a range of acute paediatric medical conditions, including those with:

  • Fever
  • Abdominal pain
  • Nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea and dehydration
  • Children who have nearly drowned
  • Lacerations and suturing
  • Spinal cord and head injuries
  • Respiratory problems
  • Seizures
  • Severe restlessness
  • Skin rashes
  • Injuries with possible fractures and cast application

It can be very frightening for parents if their child comes down with an illness or gets injured, especially when they do not know what is happening to their child. You should contact a North Coast Emergency Group physician if you have any concerns about your child's health. The physician or nurse will determine the level of care your child needs. Babies are often different when it comes to disease or injury. Almost everything unusual in infants two to three months of age or younger must be examined immediately. If your child is exhibiting any of the symptoms mentioned above, you should schedule a visit to North Coast Emergency Group as soon as possible to avoid any further complications.

Although some of our little patients may no longer require hospital care, they continue to need constant supervision and medical care. We at North Cost Emergency Group provide quality treatment with tender care and always pride ourselves in always bringing forth favourable treatment results.

Upon arrival, a comprehensive physical examination will be done for proper diagnosis. Our emergency room doctors will determine which treatment plan is best suited for your child's needs with early referral to specialist paediatricians on-call if necessary. Follow-up appointments will be scheduled to regularly review the treatment plan, evaluate your child's progress, and make adjustments if needs be.

Family involvement is essential during the care and treatment planning process. You will be educated about your child's medical condition to help support them and aid in recovery. Depending on your child's condition, rehabilitation may be indicated. We at North Coast Emergency Group provide exceptional service and treatment to help your child make a full recovery.

FAQ

1When would a child be admitted to the hospital?
Children may require hospital admission for a variety of reasons. Children may require fluids if they have just experienced vomiting or diarrhoea. Additionally, they might require medications for an infection or breathing treatments for asthma or wheezing. Some children may require surgery to repair a broken bone. They may need imaging tests or ear tubes. Other children may need to go to the hospital for treatment because they have more serious medical issues. The reason for hospital admission is different for every child, but it is always best to take your child to an urgent care facility to be monitored if they exhibit any emergency symptoms.
2What constitutes a paediatric medical emergency?
The most frequent emergencies in paediatric settings include respiratory distress, dehydration, anaphylaxis, convulsions, and trauma. It might be challenging to assess children because their symptoms and indications may be mild, and they may not express themselves clearly.
3What constitutes paediatric trauma?
Paediatric trauma is a potentially fatal injury to children and is likely the leading cause of death for children overall. A skilled surgeon will attend to these paediatric trauma injuries right away. The most common cause of death or disability in children is trauma injuries.

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