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  • Cervical spine assessment
    www.rch.org.au/clinicalguide/guideline_index/Cervical_spine_assessment/
    the lower edge of the foam collar to ensure it fits snugly below the chin Images used with permission from … Children's Health Queensland Hospital and Health Service Children who are fitted with a pre-hospital collar … should be fitted with a new foam collar labelled with “Cervical spine not cleared” Image used …
  • Empiric treatment of infectious diseases in child with suspected Ebola
    www.rch.org.au/clinicalguide/guideline_index/Empiric_treatment_of_infectious_diseases_in_child_with_suspected_Ebola/
    in child with suspected Ebola A child that fits the case definition for Ebola may (and is potentially more … and inclusive environment for everyone we work with. Privacy | Terms and Conditions © 2026 The Royal Children's …
  • COVID-19
    www.rch.org.au/clinicalguide/guideline_index/COVID-19/
    Examination should focus on the child’s presenting problem, for example: Respiratory Increased work … ) Testing criteria and case definitions may differ in each State ) For children who fit the testing criteria … and removing PPE may differ - follow local recommendations How to don and fit N95 masks New South Wales How …
  • Gastrostomy
    www.rch.org.au/clinicalguide/guideline_index/Gastrostomy.aspx
    water and syringes that fit on both the feeding and balloon ports Test the balloon by filling … with only gentle resistance and be a snug fit Inflate the balloon with sterile water Aspirate from … are committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment for everyone we work with. Privacy | Terms …