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Topic: Questions & Answsers
May 2009
Q. Can you help me find a CPR class in my area?
Dr. Zibners' Answer:
Thanks Amy from Maryland for this great question. Taking a CPR class is a great way to not only reassure yourself that you are prepared in case of emergency, but I’m a big believer in karma. So fingers crossed, getting yourself CPR certified will hopefully mean you’ll never need to use these skills. Try going to the American Heart Association website at www.americanheart.org and searching for a “Family and Friends First Aid for Children” course near you. You can also contact your local Red Cross chapter by going to www.redcross.org and entering your zip code. If all else fails, try contacting your local hospital and asking about CPR classes and CPR for infants and children. Good luck!
February 2009
Q. My son just ate his crayons. Should I rush him to the emergency room?
Dr. Zibners' Answer:
Not today! Most things found in the arts and crafts desk, such as crayons, markers and paste are nontoxic and won’t hurt a kid when tasted or eaten in small amounts. However, it’s always safest to check with your pediatrician or local Poison Center (1-800-222-1222) when you find your kid eating something that isn’t normally considered food.
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