When slipping or falling from a height, it is very dangerous if the neck is strongly impacted. Because there is a spinal cord passing through the cervical spine, if the cervical nerves are damaged, it can cause paralysis in mild cases and endanger life in severe cases.
After encountering this situation, let the child lie flat because lying horizontally can straighten the back, but do not move the head and neck. The most important thing is not to let the sick child sit.
1. Secure the neck.
Roll towels or clothing into a cylindrical shape and secure it around the neck to prevent neck movement. If it is necessary to move, several people must lift the child at the same time, gently lifting and handling, and be extremely careful.
2. Cold compress and hemostasis.
Wet the towel with cold water or apply ice to the impact area. If there is a wound, hydrogen peroxide can be used to disinfect the wound; If there is bleeding, use a clean cloth to compress and stop the bleeding.
3. Keep your body warm.
When there is a lot of bleeding, young children’s bodies will be particularly cold; So it is necessary to cover with blankets, blankets, and other items to keep the body warm.
4. For injured children with clear consciousness, gentle language should be used to comfort them, eliminate their nervousness, and not shake them. They should show a very anxious expression, which is not conducive to keeping children quiet.
Facial congestion is often caused by falls, blunt impact, or collisions. Scalp hematoma generally does not require special treatment. After injury, do not repeatedly rub the swollen lump, just apply local pressure or cold compress. For larger scalp hematomas, one should go to the hospital for examination and treatment.
