Key Takeaways Cardiac arrest is a life-threatening condition in which the heart stops beating or beats too fast, too slow, or irregularly, and blood flow to the brain and other important organs is compromised, leading to damage. Cardiac arrest can happen to all ages...
Key Takeaways Drowning can be associated with mild to severe injuries, such as breathing problems, heart issues, or brain impairment. Medical management of drowning injuries may include ventilators, cardiac monitors, and intravenous medications depending on how...
Key Takeaways Provide your phone number to the nurse and doctors taking care of your child. They will make sure you are entered into the patient’s chart as a primary contact person. Websites such as CaringBridge and Whatsapp groups offer a way for everyone to receive...
Key Takeaways Your child will have many care team members, procedures, treatments, and unit/floors with different levels of care during their hospital stay after cardiac arrest. The care team will individualize treatment and recovery plans for your child. You are...
Key Takeaways The hospital care team will include many people, including doctors, nurses, rehabilitation experts, respiratory therapists, care managers, pharmacists, child life specialists, and social workers. It may be challenging to keep track of who your child...
Key Takeaways Your time in the ICU may be overwhelming and raise more questions than answers. There will be many machines, monitors, and tubes attached to your child. Please feel free to ask your medical team any questions about the equipment you see. You will meet...
