Pediatric Bone Marrow Transplant: A Guide for Families

Call Us When....

Geri Quinn, RN, MSN and Janine Petitgout, RN, MA
Peer Review Status: Internally Peer Reviewed


  • Your child's fever is 100.4°F (38°C or higher) under the arm or orally.
  • Your child is sick to their stomach and having persistent vomiting or diarrhea.
  • Your child is having shortness of breath, is excessively tired, or has marked decreased activity level.
  • Your child is having any bleeding that does not stop after applying pressure for five minutes.

Call the Pediatric Bone Marrow Transplant Unit (319) 356-0505

If It Is An Emergency...

  • Bring your child to the Emergency room or;
  • Call 911

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