Question
Lately, my child has been constantly coughing, and the doctor said it might be pediatric pneumonia, and that hospitalization is needed. Isn’t pneumonia quite serious? Do I really need to hospitalize my child?
Answer
Hospitalizing a child with pediatric pneumonia can provide better observation of the condition and treatment, which is helpful for the child’s recovery. During the hospital stay, doctors will closely monitor the child’s physical condition and take appropriate treatment measures. At the same time, maintaining good indoor air circulation, keeping the room temperature at 18-20°C, and humidity around 60%, eating a light diet rich in vitamins and proteins, and possibly providing intravenous nutrition for severe cases are also important. Additionally, regularly clearing respiratory secretions, occasionally patting on the back or changing positions to promote expectoration, and keeping the respiratory tract unobstructed are also very important for the treatment of the disease.