82 HAWAII PARENT July/August 2024 Keeping keiki safe is a parent’s top priority. But, as children learn and explore, accidents are prone to happen. What do you do when a child gets a scrape from a fall or a sting from a jellyfish? A caregiver often immediately administers first aid, which is medical assistance given to help treat minor injuries or to assist with symptoms until more medical help is available. How first aid is administered often differs according to what those caregivers have learned – whether through research, word-of-mouth or their own parents. However, what would a medical professional recommend? Trusted pediatrician, Dr. Vinson Diep, who has an office at Kapiolani Medical Center for Women & Children, shares his expert advice for helping during common medical emergencies. by Dr. Vinson Diep and Stephanie Lopes
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