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  1. … all help regularly sitting on the toilet in the morning is also helpful some tamariki need laxatives for several months to help their constipation   To learn more … constipation is getting worse your child finds toileting very upsetting your child is having poo accidents You may …
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  2. … Information for families of children with cancer In Aotearoa New Zealand, … they may have cancer. Your child's main cancer doctor is called their oncologist. They will arrange tests to find … (family) should know that you are not alone. Support is available.  Coping & Support In Childhood Cancer Your …
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  3. … Key points about boils a boil is a tender red lump on the skin a boil is an infection … pus, which can sometimes burst   When to get medical help for your child's boil See a health professional urgently … touching the boil. Practise good hygiene Boils can spread very easily. If the boil opens on its own and drains, wipe …
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  4. … points about apnoea of prematurity apnoea of prematurity is common in pēpi (babies) born at less than 35 weeks pēpi with apnoea of prematurity stop breathing at times for 15 to 20 seconds apnoea of prematurity happens because … the part of the brain that controls your baby's breathing is not yet mature enough to allow non-stop breathing apnoea …
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  5. … Audiology tests for childhood cancer Some cancer drugs can affect hearing. If your child is receiving these drugs, they may need baseline hearing … drugs can affect heart function. If your child is having one of these drugs, the oncology team will ask for
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  6. … become infected - take your child to a health professional for a check after any animal bite    Who gets animal bites … most likely to get dog bites on their head and neck. This is most likely because a young child's head is at the level … difficulty breathing you are worried that your child looks very ill  Treating an animal bite  Depending on where the …
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  7. … Key points about mesenteric adenitis mesenteric adenitis is a common cause of tummy pain in tamariki it happens when … conditions like appendicitis. Urine Tests Ultrasound Scans For Children Could it be appendicitis?  Mesenteric adenitis … Rest  Encourage your child to rest and take a break from sports and exercise. Let your child decide how active they …
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  8. … Supports available for children with additional needs If your child is having challenges that are affecting their wellbeing and … Assistance Specialised School Transport Assistance (SESTA) is a Ministry of Education transport service. It supports …
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  9. … about how to use the activities you choose. Ask your nurse for any help you need to prepare for your chosen … story can be about your child's favourite character, who is having the same medical procedure and who is a superhero … includes things such as:  positive self-talk - "I can do it"; "this will be over soon"; "I'll be OK" parental …
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  10. … Key points about blood tests for children and young people with cancer your child will … department counts the blood cells. The blood count is one of several ways of monitoring the effects of your … However, it also kills other good cells that are growing fast, such as blood cells that grow in bone marrow. Your …
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  11. … chronic or persistent pain chronic or persistent pain is long-lasting and continues beyond normal healing it may be constant or come and go pain is usually called chronic if it lasts 3 months or more pain … or recurring pain that lasts longer than the usual time for healing. Pain that lasts more than 3 months is usually …
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  12. … Key points about bedtime passes for managing sleep problems for tamariki starting school, … explain the plan make the bedtime pass together This page is about sleep in primary school tamariki. What time should I put my child to bed? For tamariki starting school, bedtime …
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  13. … best judge of your child's pain listen to what your child is telling you and watch how they're behaving if you have … if you're not sure about giving your child medicine for pain, ask a health professional for advice What is pain? … that shows how much pain they feel, from ‘no pain’ to ‘very much pain’. You can tell staff which face your child …
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  14. … Key points about normal sleep patterns sleep is important for children's learning and behaviour sleep helps restore … struggle to concentrate, not follow instructions, or seem very restless. Thinking and learning Not getting enough sleep …
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  15. … with your teenager the best parenting skill you can have is to simply act like one stop trying to be a friend rather than a parent in order for your kids to respect you, you must give them a person … to your teen   The best parenting skill you can have is to simply act like one! In order for your kids to respect …
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  16. … Key points about Perthes disease Perthes disease is a rare condition affecting the hip joint in tamariki and … may also need an MRI scan to look at the hip joint. X-Rays For Children MRI Scans For Children Treating Perthes disease … need to limit certain activities like running, jumping and sports. They may also need some time off their leg in a …
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  17. … Key points about sinusitis in children sinusitis is when the small spaces (sinuses) in your child's face … and throat (ENT) specialist if: your child’s symptoms are very severe your child's symptoms do not improve with … pharmacy. Saline drops  You can try saline drops or sprays for younger tamariki. You can find these at the pharmacy. …
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  18. … the distance to appear blurry if you think your child is short-sighted, take them to see a doctor or optometrist  … as tamariki get older. Shortsightedness tends to stabilise for most rangatahi when they reach their early twenties.  … rangatahi because their eyes are still developing. Does My Child Need Glasses? Things to help prevent …
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  19. … What is a nuclear medicine kidney scan? There are 2 types of … in boys and in front of the vagina in girls.     Why is my child having a nuclear medicine kidney scan? The reason for the scan will depend on your child's history, examination …
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  20. … scratches and grazes   a clean cut or tear in the skin is called a laceration most lacerations are not deep and heal … or betadine) only if the wound is dirty – do not use for longer than 2 weeks cover with a non-stick dressing keep … the tissue under the skin. Puncture wounds usually close very quickly and need to be cleaned thoroughly to prevent …
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  21. … foods, or medicines may need tube feeding it's possible for you and your whānau (family) to learn how to use the … tube for most tamariki can stop tube feeding when it is no longer medically required prolonged tube feeding refers … if they cannot tolerate feeding to the stomach.     Will my child need an operation to have a nasal tube put in? Your …
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  22. … there are many childhood education services catering for the different needs of families and whānau each service … at home and from their caregivers and whānau. Te Whāriki is the curriculum framework for the ECE sector. It covers the … service for your child In Aotearoa New Zealand, there is a variety of early childhood education (ECE) services for
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  23. … Key points to remember about financial support for families there is a range of financial support for whānau the support varies … some health services and prescriptions. If you have not received one, and think you should have, please phone Work …
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  24. … We also talk about things like breastfeeding and breast is best, where baby is sleeping, his immunisations, and whether he's achieving the milestones for his age. Around this stage, when we come in to see … where we are at the moment. The main piece of information I would give to first time mothers is, just don't be too …
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  25. … and infection during chemotherapy low white cell count is called neutropenia white cells fight infection neutropenia … quickly call your child's doctor or nurse if your child is neutropenic and has a temperature of 38 degrees Celsius or … they have a low resistance to infection. Always ask for medical advice. If your child is neutropenic and gets an …
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  26. … or young person returns to school or early learning, it is a good idea to hold a meeting between school staff, … further treatments Before the meeting, it is a good idea for school management to talk with teachers who will be … about any education the child or young person may have received through their Regional Health School. Returning to …
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  27. … Practical tips for preventing burns and scalds in children Be careful with … hot drinks and food A safe temperature for hot tap water is between 50 and 55 degrees Celsius. It can be tempting to … wrist before letting them get in. Make sure your water is a safe temperature A safe temperature for hot tap water is
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  28. … points about slapped cheek disease slapped cheek disease is common in young tamariki it causes a bright red rash on … like a lace pattern on the skin. This rash can come and go for several weeks or even months, especially if the skin is … slapped cheek disease through careful hand washing.   Does my child with slapped cheek disease need to stay home from …
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  29. … illness loss of taste or smell  What to do if your child is COVID-19 positive If your child is COVID-19 positive, watch the video above for advice. Some of the information in the video is also … drinking less than half their normal amount of fluids is very tired or lethargic still has a fever after 5 days has …
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  30. … Key points about x-rays and scans to test for childhood cancer x-rays and scans don't hurt but your … good pictures. This can be uncomfortable, especially if it is for a long time. An anaesthetist may give an anaesthetic … After the tracer injection, your child will have to lie very still on the PET scanner table while the scanner takes …
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