There are different ways that you can be assessed to see if you are ‘fit to fly’. This may include one or more of the following: You may be asked about your medical history, including your symptoms. A physical examination. If you have flown before you may be asked how you felt and if you […]
When seen by the doctor or nurse, ensure your child has their oxygen level checked. They also need to have the air entry to their lungs checked with a stethoscope as part of the review. They are highly likely to need a course of oral steroids (prednisolone) to settle down the inflammations. Important This cannot […]
These are just some health benefits as soon as you quit smoking After 20 minutes – Blood pressure and pulse improve. After 8 hours – Oxygen levels in the blood improve. After 1 day – Lungs start to clear out mucous and other debris. After 2 days – Sense of taste and smell starts to […]
Occasionally your child may be admitted to hospital if they are very wheezy, their oxygen levels are low or they need help with their feeding. The nurses will make regular observations of your child’s temperature, heart rate, breathing and oxygen levels. Your child may be given extra oxygen if their levels of oxygen are low. […]
