First Aid For Babies and Children Fast. In association with the British Red Cross. (Dorling Kindersley, 9.99, 020 7010 3000). Reviewed by Jo Murray, First Aid is Fun
This book, designed for parents and childcarers, is an up-to-date volume with all the new first aid techniques. I was impressed with the clear layout and step-by-step instructions. The photographs allow the user to see exactly how treatments and procedures should be undertaken and the format enables essential quick reference.
The book covers all types of first aid incidents, ranging from common illnesses and injuries such as tummyache and arm injury, to the more severe, such as CPR and rescue breathing. There is a good section on child safety in the home and garden.
The prospect of giving first aid to children can spread fear through parents, and because of this people may shy away from any knowledge of the subject. I thoroughly recommend that all parents have some basic first aid knowledge. By having this book in their homes and reading through it at regular intervals, they will update their understanding of first aid and gain life skills in dealing with their children and any incidents that could occur. Of course, it will also help childcarers to update their knowledge.
