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… Long-Term Care Choices On this page: Overview … by a nurse. Your loved one may be able to receive help with basic care such as getting medicines, checking glucose … by a nurse. Your loved one may be able to receive help with basic care such as getting medicines, checking glucose …
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… Primary care in your community Last updated November 25, 2024 Overview Image Primary care is the first point of access into B.C.’s health care system. Primary Care Networks (PCN) are community-based …
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… Understanding Virtual Care (Telemedicine) On this page: Overview Overview What is virtual care? For some health problems, a phone call or video call … nurse can save you time and money. This is called virtual care. It may also be called telemedicine or telehealth. Many …
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… Incision Care After Surgery On this page: Overview Related … Information Overview After surgery, you will need to take care of the incision as it heals. Caring for your incision … they become loose and fall off on their own. Other incision care tips After some surgeries, you may be given special …
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Care for an Indwelling Urinary Catheter On this page: … embarrassed, the person may feel more comfortable. Catheter care Wear disposable gloves when handling someone's … catheter is removed, there are things you can do to take care of yourself. A person may have trouble urinating. If …
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… Emergency Care for an Accidental Amputation On this page: Overview … Take these actions to help someone who has had an accidental amputation. Call emergency services. Stop the …
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… can help keep your mouth and throat moist. How can you care for yourself at home? For your eyes Use artificial … or (cimetidine), when needed to reduce heartburn. Be careful when you take over-the-counter antacid medicines. … can help keep your mouth and throat moist. How can you care for yourself at home? For your eyes Use artificial …
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… First Nations Primary Care First Nations led primary care centres and programs provide access to culturally safe and trauma-informed primary care services for people who are First Nations, Inuit or …
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… Self-Care for AIDS Caregivers On this page: Overview … share your feelings with others, including other caregivers, counsellors, clergy, or health professionals. … important not to ignore your own needs. If you don't take care of yourself, you will not have the inner resources to …
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… Self-Care After a Stroke On this page: Overview Related … You need to have a major say in the decisions about your care. This may be hard for you, and you may sometimes feel … that you want to be involved in the decisions about your care. State your wishes and opinions on matters that affect …