Response to disaster in need of medical care for children Manual release October 28, 20:53
An organization made up of pediatric health care professionals after the damage of Typhoon No. 19 has published a manual on its website that summarizes disaster response measures for children who need medical care and children with allergies and asthma. , Calling for utilization.
The manual is published on the website of the “Pediatric Research Promotion Foundation” created by pediatric medical professionals such as doctors and researchers.
In the manual for medical care children who need artificial respiration, as a device to secure the power supply of medical equipment, in addition to using a storage battery, how to take power from the socket and USB terminal in the car It is introduced with a point.
In addition, if the power supply cannot be secured, it is also introduced to use a medical device called a resuscitation bag that sends air into the lungs instead of a ventilator, and to perform simple suction by connecting the syringe and tube .
In addition, in the manual for children with asthma, a mask or clean towel is placed on the mouth to prevent inhaling dust from smoke and debris, and for children with food allergies, a seal that states that there is an allergy It is written that there is a way to put something on the chest and indicate what you cannot eat.
The Pediatric Research Foundation says, “The manual contains important information that should be noted in the event of a disaster. I would like many people who are involved with children, including those who operate shelters and those who are going to volunteer,” I am calling. (Pediatric Research Foundation website) http://www.jfpedres.or.jp/