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Overview
Going to Out-Patients
What to do when your child goes into hospital
You and your GP
Helping children deal with pain
When your child is sick
Parent Pack
NICE NICE


What to do in an Emergency

1: Is it an emergency?

  • You know best
  • Stay calm
  • Speed is essential

2: Going to Casualty

  • Should I take my child to casualty myself?
  • Dialling 999 o Do we need to take anything with us?
  • What will the hospital need to know?

3: At Casualty

  • What should we expect?
  • What will the casualty doctor do?
  • What do I say to my child?
  • What should I know before we go home?

4: Emergency Tips

  • Burns and Scalds
  • Cuts and Bites
  • Head Injuries
  • Rashes


Useful Numbers
If you have an emergency you can call NHS Direct 24 hours a day on
0845 46 47