Pediatric emergency ppt

 1. CHILDHOOD PAEDIATRIC EMERGENCY PresentedBy;Mr.MihirPatel,

NursingTutor, GCON,Siddhpur.
 2. CHILDHOOD PAEDIATRIC EMERGENCY Outline for Presentation; Introduction.
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Pediatric Life Support. Management of Pediatric
Emergencies. Drowning. Burns. Falls and Injuries. Ingestion of Foreign Bodies. Poisoning.
Respiratory Distress Syndrome.
 3. Introduction The increase in population and change in life style have imposed
stress among people resulting in an increase in the mortality and morbidity. These are
Higher among the children due to their inadequate organ responses and inability to
cope up especially during emergencies. Pediatric emergencies related to respiratory
syndrome,drowning,Poisoning,Burns,Falls,Injuries and Ingestion of Foreign Bodies.
 4. Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) CPR consists of measures for establishing
and maintaining Airway, Initiate Breathing and Providing Adequate Circulation for Tissue
Perfusion. Failure of Circulation for more than 3-4 minutes can lead to irreversible
cerebral damage, therefore CPR must begin Quickly. Common Causes of CR arrest
Includes; Airway Obstruction. Lower Respiratory Tract Infections. Drowning.
Anaphylaxis. Serious Infections. Cardiac Conditions.
 6. Initiation of CPR A child who is unresponsive should be immediately placed in
supine position. Cardiac status can be assessed by palpating the central pulses like
carotid or brachial pulses. Opening the airway and rescue breathing or both may be all
that is required. Airway Place the patient supine on a firm surface with his head at level
or slightly lower than the level of heart. Immediately, clear the airway and start rescue
breathing. Oral cavity should be cleared of all secretions.
 7. Cont… Breathing If after opening the airway child is still not breathing or have
gasping respiration, rescue breathing should be started. If Chest wall does not rise,
airway obstruction due to inflammatory swelling, mucous plug or foreign body should be
suspected. A self inflating bag and mask can be used for administering positive
pressure ventilation, if available.
 8. Cont….. Circulation. If Central Pulses (Femoral in infants and carotid in children)
are not palpable, begin chest compression without losing any time. In children over 8
years may use “Adult” two hand method of chest compresson.The depth of compression
should be ½ to 1” in Infants, 1 to 1.5” in younger and 1.5 to 2” in older children.
 9. Synchronizing Chest Compression and Breathing The Rate of Compression should
be about 100 in Infants and 80 in Older Children. After every 5 compressions one breath
should be delivered during recovery phase of 5th compression. Every few minutes the
CPR can be stopped to see if spontaneous pulse has returned.
 10. Algorithm for Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
 11. Other Measures 1. Endotracheal Intubation Facilitates better ventilation and
effective tracheal suction. Intubation Protects airway from aspiration and enables
administration of medication. 2. Oxygenation to prevent Hypoxia. 3. Establish IV line
immediately to give fluids and drugs. Sodabicard 1 ml/kg diluted in same amount of
distilled water can be given IV slow to treat acidosis. Hypotensive, Normal Saline dose of
20 ml/kg given to expand IV Volume. 4.Adrenaline It increase blood pressure and
improving perfusion. Adrenaline 0.1 ml/kg of 1 : 10,000 solution should be given IV
initially.
 12. Management of Pediatric Emergencies Young Children are more prone to
emergency due to Intense activity, insatiable curiosity and immaturity have more
Accidents.e.g.Scalds, Falls, Poisoning , Household Solutions. Accidents can be prevented
by parents to a great extends.
 13. Drowning Drowning is a cause of accidental death in children Accidental
drowning may occur because children do not have adequate protective supervision. It
may be defined as submersion incident leading to death within the first 24 hrs. Near
Drowning It is a submersion incident in which the individual survives for more than 24
hrs ,irrespective of the eventual outcome.
 14. Causes Most Childhood drowning occur in fresh water, bathtubs, Swimming
Pools,Ponds,Large Buckets, Washing Machine, Toilets and Tanks. In Adolescents
drowning occurs Lake and Rivers. Causes of Hypoxemia in Drowning Laryngeal Spasm
Pulmonary Shunting through Non ventilated Alveoli. Collapse of Alveoli. Fluid in Alveoli
and Pulmonary Edema. Decreased Lung Compliance. Complications- Aspiration
Pneumonitis, Altered Alveolar Capillary Membrane, Formation of Protein rich exudates
and infection.
 15. Pathophysiology Pathophysiology Effects occurs as a Consequence of
Hypoxemia Aspiration and Failure of other Organs. Death is either due to Immediate
asphyxia following Laryngeal spasm, Aspiration of Fluid or Due to late Complication.
Reaction to Submersion. 1. Panic 2. Frantic 3. Struggling 4. An Attempt to hold the
Breath. 5. Gasping 6. Vomit and Aspirate Vomits 7. Laryngeal Spasm 8.
Unconsciousness
 16. Management Emergency Care: Mouth to Mouth Ventilation Start Immediately.
Oxygen Should be given as soon as possible. Cardiac Massage: Effective External
Cardiac Massage 80 – 100 Compression/ Min in Children.100 – 120 compression/min in
infant. Maximum Ventilatory And circulatory support should be continued and transport
the patient to Hospital.
 17. Management in the Hospital Clear the Airway and Oxygen at the rate of 8 – 10
litre /Min. Provide Mechanical Ventilatory Support if required. Stomach content should
be Aspirated. Monitor the Circulatory Status with Frequent BP Measurement. Obtain
Blood Sample for Investigation. Arterial Blood Gas Analysis (ABG) and Ph should be
Monitored. Insertion of CVP (Central Venous Pressure) for status of blood Volume. Keep
IV Line Open. Administer drug as Per Order. Chest X-ray to determine Foreign Bodies.
Insert foley Catheter
 18. Cont… Near Drowning Children admitted to the Hospital Should be kept under
Observation and Treated for at least 24 to 48 hrs periods which includes; Bed Rest If
Patient Unconscious then Give Care as Per Unconscious Care. Change Position
frequently. Make Continuous Observation and Assessment of Child. Administer
Medication and Treatment as per Plan. Provide emotional support to child and parents.
 19. Supportive Treatment Quick Warming and Administration of IV fluid to maintain
renal output. Treatment of Comatose patient to prevent Brain Edema. Maintain a state
of hypothermia. Head elevated to about 60 degree and should be kept in a dark and
quiet area. Prevention Awareness of the danger and depth of Water. Parents and
Caretakers should never leave the child unattended. Keep the bathroom doors and lid
on toilet closed. Fence around swimming pool and lock gate.
 20. Burns “A Burn occurs when there is injury to the tissues of the body caused by
heat, chemicals, electric current or radiation.” Major Burns are one of the most Serious
accidents of childhood. Immediate mortality associated with extensive burn is very high.
 21. Causes of Burns Burns can be Caused due to Various Reasons; Scald Injury From
Moist Heat. Flame Injury. Electrical Injury. Chemical Injury and Contact Injury. Radiation
Injury.
 22. Pathophysiology of Burns Burns Increased Vascular Permeability Edema
Reduced intra vascular volume Reduced Blood Volume Increased Hematocrit Increased
Viscosity Increased Peripheral Vascular Resistance Burns shock
 23. Estimation of Depth of Burn Injury A thermal injury is described as partial
thickness or full thickness depending on the depth and severity of tissue damage. First
 Degree Burns affecting the epidermal layer is characterized by erythema due to
vascular response in the sub papillary vessels. Second Degree Burns which involve from
one half to seven eights of the dermal layer. It is subdivided into partial thickness
(Superficial Layers with Blisters) and deep partial thickness (Destroy the entire
thickness of the epidermis) Third Degree Full thickness involves all the epidermis and
dermis.
 25. Classifications of Burns The Burns are classified on the basis of extent (Size) and
Depth. A) Minor Burns Second degree burns of less than 10 % of body surface area or
third degree burns of less than 2 % of body surface area. B) Moderate Burns Second
degree burns affecting 10-25% of body surface area or third degree burn of less than 10
% of body surface area. C) Major Burns Second degree burns exceeding 25% of body
surface area or third degree burns of face,hands,feet or over 10% of other body surface
area.
 26. Estimation of Burn Area The estimation of the extent of burn area expressed as
the percentage of the surface area of the skin burnt to the Total Body Surface Area
(TBSA) is Important.
 27. Management Emergency First Aid. Stop, Drop and Roll techniques for
extinguishing flame. Once Flame Extinguished cool water should be poured over.
Saturated Clothing, Towel or Blankets should be replaced with clean dry linen to prevent
excessive heat loss. Chemical burn lavage for 30 minutes. Electrical shock or burn injury
should be monitored for cardiac irregularities. Protection of the Burn Area. Burns area
should be covered with clean dry cloth or dressing to prevent contamination with
infection agents and exposure to the air. Transportation to a Medical Facility
Assessment should be done quickly and ensure adequacy of the Airway, Breathing and
Circulation.
 28. Emotional Support to the Parents A) Minor Burns Partial thickness injuries less
than 10-15 % burn in children. It involves burn of face,feet,perineum or hands and can
be treated at home. B) Major Burns 15% in Children require Admission. Assess Airway,
Breathing and Circulation. Administer O2 by Mask for the 24 hrs. Keep Child NBM.
Intravenous therapy is Indicated. Take Blood for Blood Investigation. Catheterization
and Record Urine Output hrly. Pass a nasogastric tube and connect drainage for
aspiration of water.
 29. Cont… Watch for gastric dilation. Monitor Vital Signs. Clean the Burn Area with
betadine or Antiseptic Solution and Apply Silver Sulphadiazine. Give Injection of Tetanus
Toxoid 0.5 ml I.M. Give Injection Crystalline Penicillin 50,000 units/kg body weight after
test dose. Administer Conservative dose of Analgesics.
 30. Cont….. Provide Local Treatment (Two Methods have been used (Closed
Method) and Open (Exposure) Method.) Exposure Method The Principles of this method
includes Dryness, Coolness and exposure to light of the burnt surface conditions.
Exposure method is especially useful for burns of face, buttocks and perineal regions.
Closed Method In this burns area are covered with dressing but local application of
various local antibacterial creams and solution for absorption of exudate is done.
 31. Fluid Requirement Brooke’s Formula Estimate the Accurate / Approximate
weight of the patient. First 24 Hours. Colloids 0.5 ml/kg/percent burn physiological
saline 1.5ml/kg/percent burn. Second 24 Hours. Colloids 0.25 ml/kg/percent burn
physiological saline 0.75 ml/kg/percent burn. Ascorbic Acid, Vitamin B complex and
folates are important for wound healing.
 32. Complication Shock Respiratory Tract Injury Nosocomial Infection Gastro
Duodenal Hemorrhage. Bone and Joint Abnormalities. Thrombophlebitis. Delayed
Complication Post Burn Scars Contractures Marjolin’s Ulcer (Burn Scar Carcinoma)
 33. Fall and Injuries Falls: Falls are most common in infants after the age of four
month when they can roll over, sit and stand alone and more independently by
 crawling,creepng and crushing. Injuries: Injuries most prevalence in school age children
reflect their developmental stage. Most injuries occur in or near the home or school.
 34. Causes In School Age Children Motor Vehicle Accidents Riding Bike or Minibike.
Riding on school bus. Sports Injuries or Games Playing with Animals Falls Fire Arms Eye
Injuries
 35. Prevention of Injury Always raise crib rails to their full height when the child is
unattended. Never leave an infant of any age on a raised surface that does not have
protective side rails. Never Carry an infant in an area where the floor is slippery. Do not
leave an infant unattended in a walker. Close off with a door or fence the top and
bottom of any stairways. Keep stairs free of object to prevent falls when carrying an
infant. Keep low windows securely screened and locked. Educate the child regarding
proper use of seat belts while travelling. Maintain discipline while travelling in vehicle.
Insist on wearing safety apparel. Educate the child for traffic rules and traffic Signal.
Supervise at playground.
 36. Ingestion of Foreign Bodies Aspiration of foreign bodies can occur at any age
but is most common in older infants and children in the ages group of 1 to 3 years.
Example: Peanuts, Seeds, Nuts, Popcorn, Bengalgram and other Vegetable, Small Pieces
etc.. are inserted. A sharp or irritating object produces irritation and edema, latex
balloons are especially hazardous, object such as safety pins, parts of broken toys,
beads, button and coin. An object of sufficient size obstructing a passage can produce
various changes including atelectasis, Emphysema, Inflammation and Abscess.
 37. Clinical Manifestation
 38. Treatment Laryngoscopic or Bronchoscopic removal of foreign body. If the
object is lodged in the larynx,Tracheostomy may be necessary to maintain respiration.
After Removing Foreign body the child is placed in a high humidity atmosphere.
Antibiotics may be administered to prevent secondary infection. Observation of Child for
further signs is necessary.
 39. Nursing Management of Child with Ingestion of Foreign Body Recognize the sign
of foreign body aspiration and implement immediate measure to relieve the obstruction.
Immediate removal of foreign body. Prevent local tissue inflammation. Prevent
Secondary Infection, and treat with appropriate antibiotics. Place child in an atmosphere
of high humidity. Educate parents, baby care takers about emergency Procedure.
Prevention Keeping small objects out of reach of infants and young children. Adults
should not set a negative things like pins into their mouth. Educate the parents about
hazards of Aspiration.
 40. Poisoning Definition: A Poison is any substance that when ingested, inhaled or
absorbed even in relatively small amounts can cause damage to a structure or
disturbance of body function by its chemical action. Poisoning is a common medical
emergency in childhood. In children under 5 years of age essentially all poisoning are
accidental. Nearly 75% of all poisoning episodes involve ingestion of substance which
are nontoxic or have mild toxicity.
 41. Common Clinical Manifestation Gastrointestinal Disturbance : Nausea,
Vomiting, Abdominal Pain and Diarrhea. Respiratory and Circulatory Symptoms :
Possible Unexplained Cyanosis, Shock and Collapse. Central Nervous System: Lethargy,
Sudden Loss of Consciousness and Convulsions,Dizziness,Stupor and Coma.
 42. Management for Poisoning and Overdose The Following data should be obtained
at the time of initial contact 1. Phone Number. 2. Address. 3. Evaluation of Severity. 4.
Weight and Age. 5. Time of Ingestion. 6. Past Medical History. 7. Type of Exposure. 8.
Amount of Exposure. 9. Route of Exposure.
 43. Primary Assessment and Interventions Maintain an Open Airway Attain Control of
the Airway, Ventilation and Oxygenation. Subsequent Assessment Identify the Poison.
(Product Taken – Where, why,when,howmuch,who witnessed and time of ingestion)
 Continue the Focused Assessment. Obtain blood and urine tests for toxicology
screening. Monitor neurologic status. Monitor the Vital signs. Monitor fluid and
electrolyte imbalance.
 44. Cont… A) Supportive Care  Initiate IV Access.  Administer Oxygen for
Respiratory Depression.  Monitor and Treat Shock.  Prevent Aspiration of Gastric
Contents by Positioning, Use of oropharyngeal Airway and Suctioning.  Give Supportive
Care to maintain vital organ.  Insert an Indwelling urinary catheter to monitor renal
function.  Support the patient having seizures. Seizures may occurs from oxygen
deprivation.  Monitor and treat Complications.  Psychiatric Evaluations.
 45. Cont….. B) Minimizing Absorption. Primary Method: Administration of oral
activated charcoal absorbs the poison on the surface of its particles and allows it to
pass with the stool. Multiple doses may be administered. Activated charcoal is usually
mixed in tap water to make a slurry. Secondary Method: This procedure done only if the
patient is conscious and has a good eye reflex. It is more effective within 30 minutes of
ingestion of poison. Syrup of Ipecac – 30 ml by mouth followed by 2 glasses of water
adult dose. 15 ml between age group of 1 to 12 Years. Gastric Lavage . Hemodialysis.
 46. Cont…. C) Providing an Antidote. An antidote is a chemical or physiologic
antagonist that will neutralize the poison. Administer the specific antidote as early as
possible to reverse or diminish effects of the toxin. Prevention Prevent Poisoning by
effective storage in a locked cabinet and handling of dangerous substance. Toxic
substance never be stored with food containers. Advise the parents to label poisonous
substance with stickers.
 47. Respiratory Distress Syndrome It is defined as respiratory rate over 60 /min
and/or use of accessory muscles of respiration. This often accompanied by grunting,
retraction of the intercostals muscles. Central Cyanosis, lethargy and Poor Feeding may
also appear.
 48. Causes Airway Obstruction Nasal or Nasopharyngeal : Choanal Atresia, Nasal
Edema. Oral Cavity : Macroglossia,Micrognathia. Neck : Congenital Goiter, Cystic
Hygroma Larynx : Web, Stenosis, Cord paralysis,Laryngomalacia. Trachea :
Tracheamalacia, Tracheo-esophageal Fistula. Lung Parenchymal Disorders Aspiration
Syndromes : Liquor,Meconium,Blood. Air Leak : Pneumothorax, Pneumomedistinum.
Pneumonia Pulmonary Hemorrhage. Transient Tachypnea of Newborn.
 49. Cont… Congenital Malformation. Diaphragmatic Hernia. Metabolic Cause :
Acidosis, Hypothermia, hypoglycemia. Birth Asphyxia. Non Pulmonary Causes: Cardiac
(congenital Heart disease, MI),Neurologic (Asphyxia, Intracranial Bleeding) Metabolic
Hypoglycemia, Acidosis hypothermia. Respiratory Distress or Hyaline Membrane
Disease (HMD) : It Caused due to decrease surfactant Production in the lungs. Aspiration
Syndrome : The commonest is the Meconium Aspiration Syndrome.Postnatally milk can
be aspirated in babies with cleft palate and regurgitation problem.
 50. Cont…. Pneumonia : (Congenital and Postnatal Pneumonia) : Preterm babies
may develop pneumonia as a consequence of septicemia, Aspiration of feeds and
Respiratory Failure. Pneumonia may be due to aspiration (Tracheo esophageal fistula )
Gastro Esophageal Reflux or may be of bacterial or viral etiology. Pneumothorax : Air
leaks are seen more common in ventilated babies or when aggressive resuscitation is
done for birth.
 51. Clinical Presentation Signs usually develops before the neonate is 6 hours old
and persist beyond 24 hours. Progressive worsening until day 2-3 and onset of recovery
by 72 hours. Respiratory rate above 60/min. Grunting Expiration. Indrawing of the chest,
intercostals spaces and lower ribs. Cyanosis without oxygen.
 52. Management Respiratory Prevent hypoxia and acidosis. Prevent worsening
atelectasis, edema. Minimize barotraumas and hyperoxia. Supportive Management
Optimize fluid and nutrition management. Perfusion, Infection, Temperature control.
 53. Cont…. Maintain warmth- cold stress will mimic other causes of distress. Monitor
blood glucose levels- assure they are normal. Provide enough oxygen to keep the baby
pink. Body Temperature that is too high or too low will increase metabolic demands.
Servo controlled warmers are very helpful. Start fluids at 80 ml/kg/day 10% glucose
solution. Smaller babies may need more fluid.