The Lunar New Year is a special occasion for children to fully enjoy the joy of family care and affection. However, it’s also important to keep a close eye on them to avoid spending the holiday in a hospital due to seemingly trivial reasons.
Children Falling Ill Due to Hunger
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Dr. Nguyen Van Loc, Deputy Director of the Central Pediatric Hospital, noted that during the Lunar New Year, hospitals often receive unusual cases involving children, primarily due to accidents.
While decorating their homes, many families use flashing lights for doorways, kumquat trees, and peach blossoms, and require boiling water for various tasks. If adults are not careful, a moment of negligence can lead to burns or electrical shocks for children.
Hard objects like bones or metal (from flowers, knives for food preparation, and cooking utensils) can be swallowed by children, causing choking. More dangerously, sharp objects can penetrate the intestines.
Children who consume too much candy may experience abnormal blood sugar levels, leading to frequent urination and dehydration, which can be the root cause of subsequent health issues.
The change in routine during the holiday can also result in unusual cases. The Central Pediatric Hospital once received a child who was brought in crying uncontrollably, with no clear reason. Upon examination by the doctor, it was discovered that due to the large number of people and the busyness of meal preparation, one person thought another had fed the child, leading to crying out of hunger rather than pain or illness!
Be Cautious with Bracelets and Necklaces
Keeping children warm when going out or visiting relatives is crucial. However, parents should avoid dressing children in too many layers, which can be uncomfortable and restrict their breathing. Diaper use should also be limited, as prolonged wearing can create bacterial colonies leading to urinary tract infections or skin irritations, especially since children’s skin is very thin and sensitive.
During the holiday, children are often taken to temples by their parents and grandparents. When purchasing decorative items for children, one should be extremely cautious, as handmade items may have sharp edges that can cause scratches on the neck, leading to infections or pustules. Infants aged 6-7 months, who are teething and may chew on the decorative items, can accidentally swallow sharp plastic or metal pieces, which could perforate the intestines or deeply injure the stomach.
For other jewelry such as silver or gold bracelets, it is advisable to choose smooth designs rather than intricate ones, as decorative shapes with sharp edges can pose risks. Especially during the cold winter and spring months when children wear many layers, jewelry can easily rub against their skin. Furthermore, scratches on the neck, arms, and legs of children may go unnoticed under clothing, leading to hidden injuries that parents may overlook.
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