It will be capped or have tubing connected to it. The patches on your child's chest are hooked up to a TV-type screen. This screen shows a tracing of each heartbeat. The heart will be watched for signs of injury or damage related to the infection. Tests will be done on this blood.
Blood is taken from an artery in the wrist, elbow, or groin.
It is tested to see how much oxygen is in it. After You Leave Be sure to give your child the medicine prescribed by your doctor exactly as directed. Finish all the medicine even if the child is feeling better. Encourage the child to rest, drink liquids, and eat healthy foods. He or she can slowly return to normal activity.