Are you worried about your child using a medical device? You may have just cause, as some pediatric medical devices are not only difficult to use, but can cause serious harm if not used properly. Your child’s health and safety are your most important concerns, and you shouldn’t have to worry that a device that should be helping him, may be harming him. This is why it is important to understand how to properly use, administer, and store your child’s device, as well as how to recognize potential problems it may cause.
Pediatric devices like pacemakers, tubes, or x-ray machines should be administered at a hospital under doctor care and supervision. Although you and/or your child do not need to physically use or administer these devices, you should still be aware of their side effects and dangers. Some self-sustaining devices can cause:
- Internal Bleeding
- Rapid Heart Rate
- Infections
- Radiation Exposure
Devices such as inhalers, braces, or syringes are dependent on the user and require assistance to be effective. This allows for a greater chance of human error, causing dangers such as:
- Breathing Problems
- Infections
- Rashes
- Blood Circulation Problems
- Fatigue
- Over-Medication
- Elevated Heart Rates
When your child depends on a pediatric device, he is also depending upon you and your doctor to know exactly how to use or administer the device, as well as recognize symptoms that the device may be causing injury. Always make sure that you discuss the proper way to operate the equipment with your child’s pediatrician, as well as discuss the necessary steps with your child, in case he needs to handle it on his own. The symptoms you should watch out for, in case of defects or improper use, are:
- Headaches
- Fevers
- Fatigue or lethargy
- Swelling around device area or abdomen
- Excessive sweating
- Changes in urine or stool (frequency, color, shape, smell, or size)
- Increased and excessive pain
Seek medical attention immediately if you notice or your child expresses any of these symptoms. He could be having an extremely dangerous reaction or suffer severe injury.
If your child has already suffered pain, injury, or an ailment from a pediatric medical device, he may be entitled to medical compensation. The Salt Lake City medical device lawyers at James Esparza, are anxious to fight for you and your child. Our lawyers and staff will help make sure all of your questions, concerns, and worries are taken care of. Don’t allow your child to be a victim; call us today for a free consultation at 800-745-4050.