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PCA stands for patient controlled analgesia. NCA stands for nurse controlled analgesia. A PCA or NCA pump lets your child or their nurse give a set amount of pain medicine (usually morphine) by pressing a button when needed.

Bronchiectasis is a lung disease. It happens when the airways in the lungs become damaged and scarred. Once someone has bronchiectasis, they usually have it for life. Good treatment can stop it from getting worse. In very young tamariki (children) good treatment may reverse some of the disease.

School is really important for tamariki (children) with bronchiectasis. Teachers can make a significant difference.

Coughing is common in tamariki (children), especially when they are preschool age. A cough that lasts longer than 4 weeks may be a sign of more serious disease.

Nappy rash is very common in pēpi (babies). The main cause of nappy rash is wearing a wet or dirty nappy for too long. Keep your baby's skin clean and dry.

Finding your way through the sadness and pain of the loss of a precious child is the toughest of tasks.

Crying is your baby's way of communicating. Pēpi (babies) often need a lot of calming, soothing and holding when they are upset.

Croup is a viral illness in young tamariki (children) which causes narrowing of the upper airways. Croup is often a mild illness but can quickly become serious, so don't hesitate to get medical help.

As a parent or caregiver, you know your child best. You can help staff to help your child cope with the procedure or surgery.

Parents are often the best judges of their child’s pain. Listen to what your child says and watch what they do. If you are worried or unsure about your child’s pain, talk to a health professional.

Nightmares are bad dreams that are usually related to worries your child may have. Night terrors happen when tamariki (children) are partly awake or woken from deep sleep. They can be very frightening for parents and carers.

A listing of New Zealand support groups for disabilities, health impairments, special needs and disorders.

Head lice are small insects that live on the human scalp. They are common in tamariki (children) and spread easily.