Ingestion
Ingestion of poison, medicine, household products, or any other potentially harmful substance. Call the Poison Control Hotline immediately- 1-800-682-9211. Keep number posted near all telephones in home.
Injuries
Injuries, particularly multiple injuries, severe cuts, injuries to the hand or eye, dog or human bites, head injuries which cause unconsciousness, recurrent vomiting or changes in mental status.
Burns
Burns larger than an inch diameter. Any severe burn to the hand or face.
Fever
Fever over 100.4 rectal in any infant less than 3 months old or over 104 rectal in older children. Call if your child is ill-appearing, even if the fever is low-grade.
Persistent vomiting
Persistent vomiting and signs of dehydration including no urination for over 6 hours.
Rashes
Rashes with purple coloration or associated with fever.
Suicidal Ideation
If you or your child is having suicidal thoughts, you can call the suicide hotline at 988, call 911, or click here for more resources.
