Children ‘ s anesthesia: the escort of love, the journey without worry
On their journey to flourish, children inevitably encounter moments of surgical intervention. At that time, anaesthesia became a gentle escort, silently paving the way for painless and reassuring recovery for small patients. As parents, there are many doubts and misgivings in the face of an anesthesia that children are about to embark on. Today, let us remove the mist of anaesthesia of children from parents and answer those most serious concerns. I. What’s the anaesthesia? Why is it for children? Anaesthesia, in short, is a technique that temporarily deprives the body of a sense or consciousness, either partially or in its whole body, and creates the possibility for a doctor to perform an operation or examination without pain. For children, their physical and mental integrity is more tender, and the pain and fear of surgery can become a cloud of the heart and even hinder the pace of recovery. As a result, anaesthesia is involved in order to keep the child calm and painless during surgery and to allow the doctor and the parents to focus more on the treatment themselves and to protect the child ‘ s health together. II. Does anaesthesia affect the child ‘ s mental development? This is a heavy stone in the hearts of many parents. However, modern medicine has given a clear answer: single or short-term anaesthesia has little impact on the child ‘ s mental and long-term growth, in the context of regular operations and rational drug use. Upon completion of the mission, the narcotic drugs will gradually be removed, and when the child wakes up, he or she will regain the energy and wisdom of the past. Of course, any medical treatment carries risks, but a professional anaesthetist will tailor an anaesthesia programme to the specific circumstances of the child in order to minimize the risk. III. What should parents do before anaesthesia? A comprehensive assessment: An anesthesiologists carefully examine the child ‘ s medical history, allergies and drug history, and perform the necessary medical examinations to obtain a full picture of the child ‘ s physical condition and to provide a basis for choosing the appropriate anesthesia. Dietary regulation: Following medical instructions to fast water for a period of time prior to the operation in order to avoid the risk of vomiting, misuse, etc. during anaesthesia. Psychological peace: Parents can explain the process of anaesthesia and surgery to their children and reduce their stress through sweet stories, fun games, etc. At the same time, the support and encouragement of parents is the child’s strongest. Preparation of items: To ensure that, as required by the hospital, the children are prepared for their daily needs, as well as for laundry and post-operative care. IV. What will children experience during anaesthesia? In the gentle arms of anesthesia, the children will slowly enter their dreams. In the course of this period, professional medical teams continue to monitor the vital signs of children and ensure their safety. At the end of the operation, the anesthetist adjusts the dose to the child ‘ s recovery and gives the child a steady awakening. At this point, parents simply have to wait patiently outside the operating room because there is a professional team that is silently guarding the safety of the child. What should parents pay attention to after anaesthesia? Careful observation: In the early post-operative period, the child may be accompanied by normal reactions such as fatigue, nausea or mild pain. Parents are required to pay close attention to the child ‘ s mental state and respiratory condition and to report any abnormalities to the medical staff immediately. (b) Dietary care: The child ‘ s diet is gradually adjusted in accordance with medical guidance. The initial phase was dominated by fresh, digestible, liquid food, and then gradually transitioned to a normal diet. Pain care: If the child is in pain, the medical prescription for painkillers is followed. At the same time, parental hugs, consolation and encouragement are also effective ways of alleviating the pain of children. Regular follow-up: regular visits are arranged by doctors to keep abreast of the effects of the operation and the recovery of the child. Anaesthesia of children is an important medical component requiring close cooperation between parents and medical personnel. Through scientific preparation, close monitoring and careful care, we can create a safe, pain-free and loving recovery for our children. May every child grow with love!
