GeorgeC, Author at Resource Library - Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust

At Sheffield Children’s we are changing the way that children with narcolepsy get their medications. We will be posting the medication to you, instead of you collecting it from your local pharmacy. The new way I will receive my medications Your hospital doctor writes a prescription for your...

What is sepsis? Sepsis is an emergency medical condition where the immune system overreacts to an infection. It affects people of all ages and, without urgent treatment, can lead to organ failure and death. The numbers are staggering – 245,000 people develop sepsis every year in the UK, and 48,000...

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Name:    Age:   Today’s date: Are you the:  Patient    Parent or carer of the patient   Hospital number or date of birth (if known): Please answer the questions below Yes No Not sure My healthcare team said we need to make a decision My healthcare team said I should be involved in...

How can teeth be affected? Osteogenesis imperfecta Sometimes teeth can be brittle and chip easily (dentinogenesis imperfecta or ‘DI’). Teeth with DI are more prone to have decay and tooth wear. Very often children may need dental treatment. As bones are softer there is a higher risk of...

Sickness is an unavoidable part of everyday life. The body’s natural response to illness results in higher blood glucose levels due to the release of stress hormones. When you are ill, you will need frequent blood glucose monitoring and often more insulin than usual. What are ketones? Ketones are...

What is attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)? ADHD is a condition that affects people’s behaviour. It is condition seen in both children and adults. If somebody has ADHD, they might have symptoms which fall into 3 areas: inattention hyperactivity or impulsivity a combination of the...

Additional meal options are available (including religious and cultural meal options) from the all-day menu to ensure that we are meeting the tastes of all children and young people using our service. Please ask a member of ward staff for a copy. Our menus meet the Food for Life bronze award...

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What is a complex exercise laryngoscopy test? Complex exercise laryngoscopy uses a tiny flexible camera to look at your throat and larynx (voice box) before and after exercise. We do this test to diagnose something called ‘exercise induced laryngeal obstruction’ (EILO). This means that your...

What is the DTP vaccine? The teenage booster, also known as the 3-in-1 vaccine, is given to boost protection against 3 separate diseases: tetanus, diphtheria and polio. Why should I have this vaccine? Throughout your childhood you will be offered 5 doses of the tetanus, diphtheria and polio...

What is the meningitis ACWY vaccine? The meningitis ACWY or ‘MenACWY’ vaccine protects against 4 strains of the meningococcal bacteria – A, C, W and Y – which cause meningitis and blood poisoning (septicaemia). Who is the vaccine for? The MenACWY vaccine is currently recommended for...