आप अपने बीमार बच्चे की देखभाल कैसे करें? [Click here to read in Hindi]
In the daily routine lifestyle due to changes in the weather, activities, schedule our children face problems. These can be cause of illness for them. Every child has own immunity system and it depends that how strongly it is working. Some common problems kids face due to their routine lifestyle changes are fever, cold & cough, constipation, abdominal pain, headaches, body-ache. etc.
When they are sick then how to handle situation and take care you sick children in the situation? These advices may make your kids comfortable for their quick recovery and they will get well soon.
First Aid box
You should have first aid box at your home to handle the situations at first level. A first aid box is a collection of supplies and equipments that are used to give medical treatment prior to reaching to the doctor. In the market first aid kit supplies are available which you can purchase. You can also consult with your family doctor that what necessary items/medicines you can keep in your first aid box.
Doctor consultation
Consult with the pediatrician immediately if you see unusual symptoms. Provide complete details to the doctor. Do not hide anything because doctors treat the patient based on the symptoms shows according to the time. If you are out of city / country then you can also search online doctors for consultation. Many free online doctor chats are also available now a days to discuss many kind of diseases. Now a days to discuss on many kind of diseases free online doctor chats are also available. If you feel that there is requirement for hospitalization and If you are already covered with family insurance then report to the Insurance company on time regarding it. To cover this, it is recommended to purchase Family health medical insurance plan.
Comfortable atmosphere
Patients need different types of atmosphere so that they can feel better. Comfortable atmosphere includes noiseless, temperature control, comfortable bedding etc. While kids will be sleeping then they should not be disturbed. Room temperature should be according to the patient's situation. A patient doesn't like noise so your mobiles should be on vibration mode, speak with a low pitch.
Follow medical schedule
You should follow medical treatment schedule prescribed by doctor. give each dose to your kid on time. Don't skip any practice / medicine without discussion with pediatrician.
Talk with love & care
Talk with your kids regularly with love and care. They will not feel alone. Discuss things about their interest. They can forget their illness for some time. It will give them some comfortless.
Healthy food
Cook healthy food for them. If their is any kind of food list or schedule prescribed by doctor / dietician then follow it. Otherwise cook light food it will be easily digestive for the patient. You can cook some delicious food for your kid which they like; first ask pediatrician. Avoid to serve junk food including fried and containing sauces.
Don't pressurize
Ask them for not going to the school/classes. Don't pressurize them for study when they are sick. Any kind of pressure will be hurdle on their quick recovery.
Avoidance with gadgets
You child should avoid using gadgets like smart phones / Television. Restrict them to play online games, watching videos, watching tv cartoons etc. in the sick condition. Sickness impact all body parts. They may report headache and eyes tiredness. [Also read "Is Your Child Smart Phone Addicted???"]
Feel comfortable
You should feel comfortable in front of your kids. If they will see you in tense they will also feel same. You are role model for your kids. They will follow you. Say them some magical words like "You will get well soon!", "Brave kid!" etc.
All the best!
