Why are young children susceptible to accidents and injuries?
According to the book "Health" in the documentary "No one is perfect" for parents, young children have the need to exercise, explore and learn constantly, while the ability to recognize dangers is limited. Children often cannot distinguish between what is fun and what is dangerous and how they react to risks differently from adults.
In addition, the living environment around children is not always designed to be safe for children. Many familiar household items such as electrical outlets, cleaning chemicals, sharp objects or hot items can become a source of injury if adults do not control them. Children also grow up very quickly, constantly learning new skills such as cattle, walking, climbing, causing the risk of accidents to increase if not properly supervised.
Proactive prevention - the most important principle
The document emphasizes that most accidents and injuries in young children can be prevented if parents are proactive and prepared in advance. Observing children's development steps helps adults predict possible risks and promptly eliminate or minimize risks.
Parents are advised to always stay close and supervise children, especially children under 1 year old. Many accidents occur when children are alone or when caregivers take a short distance from their eyes.
In addition, teaching children basic safety rules early, combined with being an example for adults, helps children form a sense of self-defense from a young age.
Creating a safe living environment for children in the family
When developing the book "Health", experts have dedicated an important content to guide parents to build a safe home for children. Simple but effective measures include: installing a staircase; covering the power outlet; tying a power line; removing and locking medicine, chemicals, and detergents from children's reach; not leaving sharp objects, lighters, fire extinguishers, food or hot drinks where children can go.
In daily activities, especially when bathing for children, adults need to always ensure that they can look and touch the child. The document affirms that it is never safe to leave children alone in or near a place with water, even for just a few seconds. When eating, parents need to closely monitor to prevent choking and choking; Chop food according to age, especially for children under three years old.
Safe for playing and outdoor activities
Playing is an essential need for children, but there are also many potential risks if not supervised. The document recommends that parents need to check their children's toys, making sure there are no small parts, colored edges or magnetes that can easily cause choking or choking. Children need to be supervised when playing and instructed on how to use toys and playing equipment properly.
When going out, children under six years old should not walk alone. Parents need to set an example and teach children basic traffic safety rules such as holding an adult's hand when crossing the street and observing vehicles on both sides. Children also need to be kept safe when playing near gardens, fields, rivers and streams or areas with large machines and livestock.
Preparing to handle when an accident occurs
In addition to prevention, the document emphasizes the importance of preparation when an accident occurs. Parents should have an emergency bag at home and a list of emergency phone numbers to be able to respond quickly when their children are injured.
When the child has an accident, the caregiver needs to stay calm, approach the child quickly and assess the condition. Proper initial treatment and timely taking of children to medical facilities when necessary are key factors to help limit serious consequences.
Children's safety is a daily responsibility
Experts in the field of children emphasize that safe child care is not a temporary action but a process that occurs every day, in every small activity such as eating, sleeping, playing and moving. When parents proactively prevent, monitor and prepare treatment skills, children will have the conditions to develop healthily.
