Unwell Infant and Child - Component 10 PDF

Summary

This document provides a summary of considerations when treating unwell infants and children, emphasizing their anatomical and physiological differences from adults. Use PAT to complete initial assessments. Children under 2 require transfer to a hospital, while those aged 2-5 should be referred to a GP or sent to a hospital. Those aged 5-12 may be referred to a GP or sent to a hospital.

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Unwell Infant and Child - Component 10 Summary Children are anatomically and physiologically different to adults – this must be taken into consideration when treating Use PAT to complete initial assessment

Unwell Infant and Child - Component 10 Summary Children are anatomically and physiologically different to adults – this must be taken into consideration when treating Use PAT to complete initial assessment

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