Fever is a very common illness in childhood. For older babies, being very playful and not paying attention to their own temperature and clothing can easily lead to the occurrence of diseases. So parents should try their best to teach and pay more attention to their clothing to avoid their children getting too cold or too hot. What should I do if my child has a high fever of 40 degrees? What are the methods to prevent high fever in babies?
What should I do if my child has a high fever of 40 degrees
If the baby has a high fever of 40 degrees, they can take some antipyretic medicine according to the above dosage. If the fever still persists after eating, they can take it again after 6 hours, and not more than 3 times within 24 hours. You can put antipyretic stickers on children. Drink plenty of water, apply a cold towel to the child's forehead, and use a warm towel to wipe the child's body. Maintain indoor ventilation and do not cover.
If high fever occurs, emergency treatment should be taken, using cold compress and wiping bath methods to help the baby cool down as soon as possible. You can use a cold and damp towel to apply to your forehead.
How to prevent high fever in babies
1. Wear cool clothes and avoid using the method of covering the blanket to sweat.
2. The air in the living room should be well ventilated, and if necessary, use an electric fan to blow back and forth. Do not close windows or doors to prevent children from seeing the wind.
3. Encourage drinking water, keep the mouth and tongue moist, and ensure smooth urination.
4. Pay attention to nutrition and do not avoid eating indiscriminately. For those who do not have obvious cough, it is advisable to eat more fruits, especially watermelon, which can not only replenish water, sugar, and vitamins in the body, but also have a heat clearing effect. In addition, it is also important to maintain smooth bowel movements.
The above is an introduction to what to do if a child has a high fever of 40 degrees. When a child has a high fever, mothers should not be flustered. First, feed the baby some warm water to check if their mental state is normal, and then go to the hospital for diagnosis and treatment. During a fever, it is not advisable to cover the baby too thickly to prevent the heat from dissipating. It is beneficial to reduce clothing appropriately for the recovery of the baby's condition.
