90 HAWAII PARENT July/August 2024 blood, then just rest, and – as long as they look okay – does not necessarily need ER evaluation,” Diep explains. “If fainting is due to heat exhaustion, then go to the ER.” For feelings of uneasiness and queasiness from rides in the car, boat or on the amusement park rides, Diep says, “Some over-the-counter motion sickness medicines may work.” Receive formal first aid training. To learn more on first aid, the American Red Cross offers both online and in person classes for adult, child and baby first aid, CPR and AED. More information on Red Cross training in Hawaii can be found at www.redcross.org/local/hawaii/take-aclass. Dr. Diep can be reached at 808-9459955 or pediatrics@doctordiep.com. a loose bandage can be followed. Aloe and other topical burn creams can also be applied to help prevent drying and to provide relief to the area. “If it’s a chemical burn, try to wash off the chemical as best as you can, then go to the ER,” advises Diep. Centipede and jellyfish stings: For bug bites and stings from jellyfish, like the local blue-tinted Portuguese man o’ war, Diep says, “Wash and submerge the area in warm water. For jellyfish stings, diluted vinegar may work too, but usually I don’t recommend urinating on the sting (like some locals advise).” Fainting and motion sickness: If the sight of seeing blood is too much, someone might faint. “If fainting is due to dehydration or something like seeing “For sprains, Dr. Diep advises following the acronym RICE.”
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