Young children and their mischievousness go hand in hand because playing and learning about various things bring different experiences
in their lives. However, many times, those learnings may cause harm to the children themselves and also create considerable worry for parents and guardians. In this article, we have compiled various types of accidents that may happen to little ones so that all parents can be aware and prepared to handle them.
Electric Shock
Although it is a familiar issue, many households still leave electrical outlets as a risk point. Don’t forget that nowadays, plug covers are easy to find and are another essential item to have at home and use regularly.
Swallowing Objects
The symbols on the boxes of standard children’s toys indicate the appropriate age range so that parents can easily check. Besides toys, items that can be put into the mouth should be kept out of children’s reach at home, especially coins, for example.
Drowning
Even if you don’t live near rivers, streams, or ponds, private pools or water tanks at home should not be overlooked. For children, just slipping and falling into shallow water combined with panic can become a serious matter.
Injuries from Doors or Windows
Running around the house, going in and out of rooms, is something seen in every generation. Pushing doors in and out without caution has caused many children to suffer finger injuries from being pinched repeatedly.
Falling from Heights or Stairs
Especially boys who are as mischievous as batteries that never run out, climbing on playground equipment or even stair railings at home, their still-weak arms and legs may easily cause them to fall from heights.
Trapped in Cars or Bathrooms
Nowadays, we see this kind of news more often and should no longer neglect it. It is best for parents to teach children how to unlock doors by themselves, and parents should also not be careless or forgetful.
Danger from Animals
At a certain age, children can explore or play around the house on their own. The chance of being bitten or stung by insects or animals increases. However, besides always having medicine at home, it is important to know as soon as possible if your child has any special allergies to insect venom.
Traffic Accidents
Cases of children running after balls outside the fence and getting hit by vehicles are almost a classic issue that never disappears from Thai society. The best solution is to warn children about the dangers of vehicles, and it is safest if parents have time to take them to play in places suitable for such activities.
If parents help prevent these common recurring accidents, all children can fully develop their growth and life experiences through play. And if an unexpected incident occurs, the Emergency Medicine Center and ambulance at Phyathai 3 Hospital OPD, 1st floor, are ready to provide services and emergency assistance every day, 24 hours a day.
