What To Do When You Need Quick Help With Kids" Injuries

One thing to do when a child is injured is call 911. The child can also be rushed to the nearest hospital if the adult believes that the child’s condition won’t deteriorate. The adult can also call the child’s pediatrician and ask what can be done. The adult will need to be calm and give as much detail as he or she can. This includes giving a number where the adult can be reached, the exact location of the accident, the type and gravity of the injury, the gender and age of the child and whether there are any hazards in the area like downed power lines or icy roads.

 

There are two things to do when dealing with an injured child even before an ambulance is called:

 

• The helper needs to find out what’s wrong with the child

 

• The helper then needs to treat the injuries according to their severity. A life threatening injury needs to be dealt with first. Three other things that need to be seen to are:

 

• Airway

 

The child’s airway needs to be cleared. If the child is talking to the person or crying, that means his or her airway is clear. If the child is unconscious, his or her tongue might have fallen back in his or her mouth and blocked the airway. The adult should open the airway by lifting the child’s chin and tilting back his or her head. This moves the tongue from the back of the throat and clears the airway.

 

• Breathing

The helper needs to see if the child is breathing normally. If the child isn’t breathing, the adult should start CPR.

 

• Circulation

The helper will need to see if the child is bleeding from the injury. If the bleeding is severe, it needs to be treated at once. Direct pressure should be applied to the wound with by a sterile dressing held by the helper. The injured limb should be raised above the level of the child’s heart and the child should be helped to lie down. The legs too should be raised above the heart to lessen the risk of shock.

 

Fractures need to be stabilized and secured by slings, bandages and padding.

 

Lost teeth aren’t as gruesome as they appear, and if the tooth is reimplanted within an hour of being knocked out, it can be saved. Place a knocked out tooth back in the socket or have the child hold the tooth in his or her cheek or under his or her tongue. If the tooth is filthy, it can be put in a cup of milk. A chipped tooth can be temporarily fixed with dental cement until the child sees the dentist.Dr. Eli Markovich DDS can help with any of these dental problems that your child may run into.

 

The helper should also note whether the child was conscious or not and then pay attention to any change in consciousness while they wait for help. Some injuries, like head injuries, can be very serious but hidden. The only sign of them is a change in the victim’s consciousness.

 

The helper should examine the child from head to toe to make sure that there are no injuries that have been missed. If the child is unconscious but breathing, he or she should be put in a recovery position. This is where the child is gently rolled on his or her side, one knee is drawn up and a hand placed under the cheek to keep the airway open.

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Zucchini Recipes: Easy and Super Quick!

Do you like eating zucchini? Did you know that the vegetable can be cooked to make various dishes ranging from spicy, savory to sweet delicacies?  It’s rich in vitamin A, has got a few calories and is very simple to cook. Take a look at these quick and easy recipes:

 

Zucchini fries

Zucchini fries can be your perfect summer snack. Try cooking parmesan-encrusted zucchini fries. The squash strips get baked and breaded. Its light and is appetizing. You can lower the cholesterol content by opting for egg whites instead of the yolk.

 

Zucchini muffins

The muffins can be a perfect snack after dinner or breakfast. It’s a treat for your stomach and it tastes yummy. These muffins can also be preserved in the freezer for a few days.

 

Zucchini bread

It’s a classic treat. The dish is moist, light and contains the right amount of sweetness. You can add some nuts, maybe walnuts to make the bread more crunchy and delicious.

 

Marinated zucchini and yellow squash salad

Peel the zucchini lengthwise instead of going horizontally as your salad will look beautiful with those green and yellow squash. Add some fresh basils as that will increase vitamin A in your dish.

A colourful salad with a lot of flavor, marinated zucchini and yellow squash salad is ready in no time.

 

Tomato-Zucchini Bake

Cook zucchini with some vegetables available in your fridge like corn, tomatoes and more. Toss them all in an oven. This baked dish tastes crunchy and has got no calories since you don’t have to use oil. It’s a perfect summer snack.

 

Zucchini bread with Moroccan spices

Add a twist to the classic zucchini bread by spicing it up with diced red bell peppers and hot chilli flakes. This Morrocan spiced zucchini bread will taste even better if you can add a few pistachios and make it crunchy.

 

Zucchini with corn and cilantro

Your salsa dishes or guacamole can be easily replaced by zucchini- corn and cilantro. This dish has a very less content of fat than the traditional guac and also contains less sodium. If you have less time to cook then this dish is a perfect savior comprising healthy nutrition.

 

Zucchini spaghetti

Here’s a guilt free way of indulging in your favourite pasta dish without the extra calories. It is light, tastes brilliant and can be cooked spicy. Opt for whole-wheat pasta to increase the fiber intake.

 

Asparagus and zucchini Pizza

A pizza serving with fewer calories is possible with zucchini and some veggies. Bake zucchini properly with this recipe for a crunchy pizza. Top it up with colourful veggies.

 

Zucchini oven chips

These oven baked chips are low in fat, cholesterol and saturated fat. This recipe is perfect for both your waist line and your heart.

 

Crunchy zucchini rounds with sun-dried tomatoes and goat cheese

Zucchini’s vibrant green colour looks refreshing for an appetizer. Make small pieces in round and top it up with goat cheese and some dried tomatoes. A beautiful dish to hog on! You will like the savory taste and it’s cooked in no time.

 

Shrimp and zucchini barley risotto

Got only ten minutes to cook a meal? Shrimp and zucchini barley risotto can be easily prepared in no time. You need to keep it for 40 minutes for cooking. The shrimp is rich in vitamin D and the barley will bring in fiber nutrition.

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Quick, Active, Effective: The Benefits of CBT

When your wellness is affected by depression, lying on a sofa and going over every dream or childhood trauma you’ve ever had doesn’t appeal – especially if it’s going to be months or even years before you see any improvement to your wellbeing. Many people with depression take antidepressants, but coming off them can be scary as you don’t know if you’ll end up right back at square one. Luckily, there’s a complementary wellness therapy which may work for you.

 

Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) includes a number of related talk therapy techniques which can offer a light at the end of the depression tunnel. According to several studies, the treatment is relatively fast and effective, but the effects of the treatment also have excellent longevity. CBT is based on the concept that, if you’re like many sufferers, your depression is cause by the negative way of thinking you have about the world and yourself, rather than any life circumstances or genetic reasons.

 

Therefore, the goal of CBT is simple; to teach you how to break out of that damaging thinking pattern. CBT does this by showing you how to recognise negative thoughts, test their validity, and replace them with more positive or realistic thoughts. According to the evidence, the benefits of the treatment often occur quickly, even being noticeable after one or two sessions. This is because you realise early on that your own negative thinking is the main culprit behind your depression.

 

If you’re thinking that CBT still sounds a lot like traditional talking therapy, here are three reasons why you’re wrong:

 

1. Time – Traditional talk therapy, or psychoanalysis, can last for years. CBT, on the other hands, lasts for an average of 16 sessions. In fact, your doctor will probably determine how long the therapy will take in advance, right at the beginning of the treatment.

 

2. Set Up – Instead of an hour in which you babble on about whatever memory or topic you like, CBT often involves a plan for each session. This includes a list of the specific techniques and goals you have to cover in that session.

 

3. Take Away – CBT gives you homework more than other forms of therapy, as it requires you to actively identify the triggers of your negative thinking and to “practice” alternative responses. You may be required to keep a thought journal, or even actively schedule a challenging situation for yourself.

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