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Hypothermia and cold injuries in children and young people

Claire Camara1, Chloe Watson2

  • 1Graduate Tutor, Northumbria University.

British Journal of Nursing (Mark Allen Publishing)
|August 18, 2022
PubMed

Insights

Hypothermia and cold injuries in UK youth are uncommon but serious, necessitating prompt medical care. This article guides healthcare professionals on managing these cold-related emergencies in children and adolescents.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatrics
  • Emergency Medicine
  • Environmental Health

Background:

  • Hypothermia and cold injuries present a persistent, albeit rare, risk to children and young people in the UK.
  • Prompt medical intervention is crucial for managing these conditions effectively.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide essential considerations for healthcare professionals managing hypothermic patients.
  • To outline strategies for identifying and caring for young individuals at risk of cold-related injuries.

Main Methods:

  • Review of existing medical literature and clinical guidelines.
  • Synthesis of best practices for pediatric cold injury management.

Main Results:

  • Identification of key risk factors and clinical presentations of hypothermia in youth.
  • Outline of critical management steps, including rewarming techniques and supportive care.

Conclusions:

  • Healthcare providers need specific knowledge to manage rare pediatric hypothermia cases.
  • Preparedness and timely intervention are vital for improving outcomes in cold-injured children and adolescents.

Keywords:
ChildrenCold injuryEmergency careEmergency departmentHypothermiaRewarmingYoung people

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