What a pediatric hospital should provide
Children are not small adults. Their doses, equipment, examination and even their way of showing illness are different. A pediatric hospital should therefore provide trained doctors and nurses, quick assessment in emergencies, the ability to monitor a child closely, and a clear plan for referral when a condition needs services beyond the hospital.
Pediatric emergency and critical care
Some children become sick quickly. At Sparsh, the pediatric emergency and critical care service focuses on rapid assessment and stabilisation, with oxygen, fluids and medicines started without delay when needed. Children who need close observation are monitored in the pediatric intensive care unit (PICU), where heart rate, breathing and oxygen levels are tracked continuously. Availability of intensive care depends on the child's condition and current capacity, and the team will explain this clearly.
Situations that need emergency care
- Difficulty in breathing, fast breathing or bluish lips
- Seizures or loss of consciousness
- Severe dehydration with vomiting or loose motions
- High fever with lethargy, stiff neck or rash
- Severe asthma or allergic reactions
- Poisoning, burns, serious injuries
Outpatient and specialty care
Alongside emergencies, the hospital provides pediatric OPD, vaccination, respiratory care, gastroenterology, neurology, cardiology, nephrology, endocrinology and pediatric surgery evaluation. Where advanced surgical or super-specialty care is needed, coordination with an appropriate centre is arranged.
How to prepare for an emergency visit
- Stay calm and keep the child in a comfortable position. If a child is having a seizure, lay them on the side and do not put anything in the mouth.
- Do not give food or drink to a child who is drowsy or struggling to breathe.
- Carry the vaccination card, previous reports and any medicines already given.
- Call the hospital ahead if you can, but do not delay travelling.
Doctor and department
Dr. Pankaj Kumar (MD Pediatrics, KGMU Lucknow) is a neonatologist and pediatrician at Sparsh. Explore the Pediatrics & Child Care department for all services.
हिंदी में संक्षेप
बच्चों की इमरजेंसी में समय बहुत मायने रखता है। सांस लेने में दिक्कत, दौरे, बहुत ज्यादा सुस्ती, गंभीर डिहाइड्रेशन या चोट की स्थिति में तुरंत अस्पताल आएं। स्पर्श में इमरजेंसी मूल्यांकन और जरूरत पड़ने पर PICU निगरानी की सुविधा है।
Visit Sparsh in Chitaipur, Varanasi
Sparsh Mother & Child Hospital & IVF Fertility Center, Gokulpuram Colony, Chitaipur - Chunar Road, Kandwa, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh 221106. Open 24 hours. Call +91 80900 76144 or book an appointment online.
Frequently asked questions
When should I take my child to the pediatric emergency?
What is a PICU?
Do you treat children with asthma or pneumonia?
What if my child needs a super-specialty facility?
Should I give medicines at home before coming?
Ready to talk to a specialist?
Book a consultation and our team will confirm your appointment. Every plan is made after an individual examination.
Medical information is general and does not replace an examination. Outcomes vary between patients. For an emergency, use appropriate emergency services.