Tips and recommendations 

Why would a child be admitted to the hospital?

Leia Doyle

Why would a child be admitted to the hospital?

There are many reasons kids might need to be admitted to the hospital. For example, children may need fluids after they’ve been vomiting​ or had diarrhea. They could also need antibiotics for an infection or breathing treatments for wheezing or asthma.

Can I go to the ER with my daughter?

ER visitation guidelines If you do bring your child to the emergency room, please keep in mind that visitation guidelines have changed associated with COVID-19. In order to prevent the spread and protect our patients, families and team members, patients in the ER may be accompanied by two parents or guardians.

How old do you have to be to go to hospital alone?

When can children give consent for themselves? Once children reach the age of 16, they can agree to examination or treatment just like adults. People providing health care do not then have to ask you for consent as well.

What is the most common reason to go to the hospital?

The number one and the most common ER visit is due to headaches. They are the most common ailments amongst people and it stands to reason that headaches are the most common reason for a person to visit the ER.

Can someone go with me to the ER?

Can I Bring Someone in With Me? For safety purposes, hospitals are now limiting the number of visitors in all areas of their facilities. In some cases, you may be allowed to have one person with you in the ER. In other cases, no visitors may be allowed.

What are reasons to go to the ER?

Reasons to Go to the Emergency Department

  • Any sudden or severe pain, or uncontrolled bleeding.
  • Changes in vision.
  • Chest or upper abdominal pain or pressure.
  • Confusion or changes in mental function, such as unexplained drowsiness or disorientation.
  • Coughing or vomiting blood, or bright red blood in bowel movements.

Can I go to the emergency room for a UTI?

When to go to the ER for UTI Symptoms If your symptoms have progressed to the point of lethargy, pain, fever, chills, nausea, vomiting and/or blood in the urine, you need to get to the nearest Advance ER right away.