Early identification and nursing of children with severe signs of hand-foot-and-mouth disease

Objective: To explore the ways of identifying early signs of severe hand-foot-and-mouth disease (HFMD) in children and the nursing measures.Methods: The nervous,respiratory and circulation system of 32 children with severe HFMD disease were observed in addition to the routine disinfection,isolation,care of skin and oral cavity.All the cases were performed active treatment and intensive nursing.Results: Twenty-five cases were cured and 6 cases improved.Conclusions: Early identification of signs of severe HFMD,intensive monitoring,appropriate treatment and rational care are essential to elevate the cure rate of HFMD in children.