After the child has pinched a finger, the damaged part of a body needs to be shipped in cold water. Photo: Getty
What to do so that the child does not pinch fingers with doors and drawers
Limiters and blockers are essential forprevent pinching fingers child. They are installed on interior doors, cabinets and refrigerators. These devices are purchased in special children's stores, but they can be made independently. To do this, use scotch tape, strong ropes, foam plastic and other improvised materials. Blocking devices do not allow the doors to open without the help of adults, and stoppers prevent tight closing of the door. Even with constant supervision and use of limiters, blockers, it is impossible to completely exclude the possibility of injury to a child. Because you need to know how to provide first aid to the baby.
What to do if a child pinches a finger: first aid
The first thing to do after injurybaby - calm down and calm the victim. Do not panic, do not scold your child and do not raise your voice - this will only frighten the child. Carefully release the baby from the clutches of the object with which he pinched his fingers. Carefully inspect the damaged finger. Pinching occurs in the form of redness of the skin and change the color of the nail. The damaged part of the body should be placed under cold water for 10-15 minutes to relieve swelling and get rid of pain. If, after pinching, there are open wounds and abrasions on the surface of the skin, it is impossible to place a finger under the stream of water. The wound surface is treated with antiseptic, bandage on top. Then ice is applied to the injured finger. Open wounds cannot be treated with iodine, as it aggressively affects the skin and provokes a burn. If the pain is very strong, the child is given an analgesic that is approved for use in children. But it is not recommended to use medicines without consulting a doctor. Symptoms of pinching themselves go away within 1-3 days. The damaged nail plate gradually comes off the finger, you cannot remove it yourself. If the growing nail prevents old, you need to seek help from a surgeon. Pinching doors and other objects can turn a fracture. At fracture, the skin acquires a bluish tint and quickly swells. Finger mobility decreases, every touch of it causes a sharp pain in a child. The first thing to do is to put a splint. To do this, use a small wooden stick, ruler or finger, located next. The tire is fixed to the damaged part of the body with an elastic bandage, gauze or adhesive tape. The next step at the turn after pinching is a visit to the surgeon. He will direct you to x-rays and assist. If the pain syndrome does not go away within 3 days, the child is limping or unable to move a sore finger, and there are no visible symptoms of a fracture, you should consult a doctor. Finger pinching is the most common household injury among children. Timely help to the child will help prevent the development of complications. It is also helpful to know:
