This is a process of receiving a conscious/alert child into the hospital/ward. The child walks into the hospital aided/unaided.
Aims
· Observations
· Investigations
· Treatments
· Care
Requirements
· Admission bed accessories
· Admission book/forms
· Daily ward state (Manual/Electronic)
· Folder (Manual/Electronic)
· Hospital gowns/change clothes
· Personal property forms
· Valuables envelope
· Admission pack which contains soap, combs, tooth brush, lotions etc.
· Vital signs tray
Steps
1. Welcome child and caregiver into the ward
2. Establish rapport and make them comfortable
3. Introduce staff present and reassure child and caregiver
4. Confirm patient name and diagnosis from admission records (Manual or electronic)
5. Send child to the prepared cot/bed with side rails
6. Introduce other children and caregivers if necessary
7. Take history and perform physical assessment
8. Check vital signs, weight, height and record
9. Administer urgent medication if prescribed
10. Obtain necessary equipment for the child’s care
11. Collect specimen if requested
12. Assist child to change into pajamas or hospital clothing
13. Orientate child and caregiver to the ward e.g. playroom
14. Prepare the child/caregiver for discharge
15. Explain the hospital/ward policies e.g. visiting time, National Health Insurance policies etc. to caregiver
16. Arrange for a translator for the child’s care when needed
17. Ensure caregiver/family sign consent form for treatment etc. if necessary
18. Encourage caregiver to bring child’s play and learning materials
19. Hand over child’s valuables to caregiver
20. Update the ward record with patient’s information (manual or electronic)
21. Document all procedures and observations (manual or electronic)
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