The facts on Fever
July 25, 2019
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Learn about the recognition, treatment and management of fever in little ones.
Download the CPR Kids CPR Quick Reference Poster below
Stick it on the back of your pantry door or on the fridge for easy reference.
Quick tip – write your address on the top of the page. You will be surprised how easily you forget vital information like your location, in an emergency situation.
And remember to book into a CPR Kids class – we have face-to-face classes in many locations (nothing beats hands-on practice!), as well as live online classes and our self-paced online course. All classes are taught by one of our expert paediatric nurse educators covering all of the essential topics you need to know such as burns, choking, fever, and many more.
Learn about the recognition, treatment and management of fever in little ones.
They’re tiny, shiny, and can be tempting to little explorers — but button batteries are one of the most dangerous items a child can swallow. In just two hours, a lodged battery can burn through tissue and cause life-threatening injuries. That’s why first aid guidelines have changed, and why every parent, grandparent, and carer needs to know what to do. Research now shows that giving honey (or jam for under 12 months) before reaching the hospital can help slow the damage and buy critical time — knowledge that could save a life.
“I still cry thinking about the what ifs.”